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Biochemistry Questions (Vitamins and Minerals)

Name_________________________Yr.& Section___________________Date_______________Score______
I. CONCEPT RECALL: Select the keyword that uniquely fits the test stem.
_______ 1. These are substances which control and balance fluid flow in and out of cells.
A. fat-soluble vitamins
B. electrolyte minerals C. antioxidants
D. water-soluble vitamins
_______ 2. Substances that protect cells and immune system from damage by harmful chemicals in air and foods
A. fat-soluble vitamins
B. electrolyte minerals C. antioxidants
D. water-soluble vitamins
_______ 3. Harmful by-product excreted when cells burn oxygen to produce energy.
A. free - radicals
B. electrolyte minerals C. antioxidants
D. toxicity
_______ 4. Excreted by the body through the excretory system: urine, sweat
A. fat-soluble vitamins
B. electrolyte minerals C. antioxidants
D. water-soluble vitamins
_______ 5. Vitamins A,D,E,K
A. fat-soluble vitamins

B. electrolyte minerals

C. antioxidants

D. water-soluble vitamins

II. MATCHING TYPE. Match Column A with Column B. Write the letter on the space provided before the number.
Column A
Column B
___________6.
Hypertension
A Softening of bones
___________7.
Osteomalacia
B Bone density/mass is reduced creating gaps
between bones
___________8.
Osteoporosis
C High salt intake
___________9.
Pica
D Chronic lack of niacin in the diet
___________10. Pellegra
E Excessive amount of substance
___________11.
Vitamin B6
F Unusual appetite for nonfood items
___________12.
Vitamin E
G Ascorbic Acid
___________13.
Vitamin C
H Pyridoxine
___________14.
Vitamin A
I
Retinol
___________15.
Vitamin B2
J Thiamin
K Riboflavin
L Tocopherol
III. DISCRIMINATION: Select the statement that uniquely fits the test stem.
_______ 16. Which of the following is not a description of vitamins?
a. It is needed in very small amounts.
b. Help body processes proceed digestion,metabolism,growth etc.
c. Nutrients that our body does not make on its own.
d. It is a source of energy in the body.
_______ 17. The B Vitamins.
a. Cobalamin

b. Biotin

_______ 18. The Fat-Soluble Vitamins.


a. retinol
b. calciferol

c. tocopherol

d. pantothenic acid

c. riboflavin

d. tocopherol

_______ 19. Vitamin B-2 deficiency may lead to serious problems.


a. Can cause skin disorders, anemia, light-sensitive eyes, and inflammation of soft tissues
b. Cracks and sores in mouth and lips
c. Bloodshot eyes, dermatitis, oily skin
d. Unusual appetite to nonfood items.
_______ 20. Vitamin B-3 or niacin/niacinamide is important in the body.
a. It helps in enrgy production
b. Maintenance of skin and tongue moisture
c. Improves circulation, maintenance of the nervous system
d. Deficiency may result to rickets

IV. SYNTHESIS. Select the statement that will describe the given keywords.
21. Promoting vision, Maintaining healthy skin, Promoting bone growth
a. Vit. A
b. Vit. D
c. Vit. E
22. Calciferol.maintain calcium and potassium levels
a. Vit. A
b. Vit. B
c. Vit. C
23. Fat-soluble, anti-oxidant, wound healing, cell regeneration,myra-300
a. Vit. C
b. Vit. D
c. Vit. E

d. Vit. K
d. Vit. D
d. Vit. B
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24. Water-soluble,antioxidant,toxic to viruses,bacteria and some malignant tumor cells


a. Vit. C
b. Vit. D
c. Vit. E
d. Vit. B
25. Proper nerve function,stabilizing the appetite,people with malabsorption is at risk
a. Thiamine
b. Riboflavin
c. Biotin
d. Folate
IV. ANALYSIS. Select the condition that supports granted by the supporting statements to the conclusion. Answer
A, if A alone supports the conclusion, B, if B alone supports the conclusion; C, if both A and B support the
conclusion; D, neither A or B supports the conclusion
________ 26. Supplements contain vitamins.
a. This are synthetic ot natural substances which can be purchased.
b. It is best when accompanied by a well balanced diet.
_______ 27. Do I need a multivitamin supplement?
a. Students that are not eating balanced diet could use the added nutrition.
b. When choosing a supplement, select one that meets 100-300% of RDA
V. APPLICATION.
A. Answer the following questions within one sentence.
a. What does vitamin C do for you?
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b. What can occur with Vitamin A deficiency?
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c. What are two ways to get Vitamin D?
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d. Why vitamins and minerals are called micronutrients?
_______________________________________________________________________________
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e. Why do we need to store milk in thick, not transparent containers?
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B. Identification:
______________________28. Minerals needed in only small amounts but serving vital body functions.
______________________29. Excessive amount of substance that reacts as poison in the body.
______________________30. Minerals with special duties in the body.
C. Create your own recommended dietary allowance in a day. (3 meals)

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