Mineral Nutrition(General Knowledge > General Science ) Questions and answers for exam Preparation

Question 1. This nutrient makes up 75% of your body:

water
vitamin A
carbohydrates
protein

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> water

Question 2. When you don't drink enough water you can become:

silly
hyper
intoxicated
dehydrated

Explanation:-

Answer: Option D. -> dehydrated

Question 3. Which food group contains the sugar "fructose"?

Breads and Grains
Meat and Poultry
Fruit and Vegetables
Dairy

Explanation:-

Answer: Option C. -> Fruit and Vegetables

Question 4. Which of the following two statements define a macro and micro nutrient

A macro nutrient is a nutrient needed in large quantities.
A micro nutrient is a nutrient needed in small quantities.
A micro nutrient is a nutrient needed in large quantities.
Both A & B

Explanation:-

Answer: Option D. -> Both A & B

Question 5. Which vitamin or mineral allows the blood to hold oxygen?

Calcium
Iron
Vitamin A
Vitamin D

Explanation:-

Answer: Option B. -> Iron

Question 6. Which vitamin improves the vision of a bird?

Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Iron

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> Vitamin A

Question 7. Which one of the following is a protein source?

Banana
Beans
Bagels
Breakfast Bar

Explanation:-

Answer: Option B. -> Beans

Question 8. This nutrient helps in digestion, removes waste, and regulates body temperature

Fats
Water
Carbohydrates
Saturated fats

Explanation:-

Answer: Option B. -> Water

Question 9. These help your body fight diseases

protein
carbohydrates
vitamins
minerals

Explanation:-

Answer: Option C. -> vitamins

Question 10. Starch is

complex carbohydrate
simple carbohydrate
no correct answer
All of above

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> complex carbohydrate