EXAM 4: PORTAGE NUTRITION
BIOD121, 2025/2026 WITH
CORRECT/ACCURATE ANSWERS
Hypogeusia results when an individual is deficient in what
mineral? Define the term hypogeusia. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Zinc; A reduced or inability to taste
Define the term bioavailability. - CORRECT ANSWERS- The
amount of a substance (like a vitamin) that is absorbed and
available to the body.
Glossitis - CORRECT ANSWERS- inflammation of the tongue
Cheilosis - CORRECT ANSWERS- cracks around mouth
pellagra - CORRECT ANSWERS- rough skin
Anencephaly - CORRECT ANSWERS- lack of brain
Vitamin C has four major functions. List two of the functions. -
CORRECT ANSWERS- Collagen synthesis, Antioxidant activity,
Iron absorption or Immunity
, What is Extracellular fluid? - CORRECT ANSWERS- Water found
outside the cell
What two ions control the extracellular water volume? - CORRECT
ANSWERS- Extracellular water volume is controlled by sodium
and chloride
Jeff is a wrestler and has been trying to lose weight, he has
restricted his intake of protein, sodium and especially fluids.
Recently he noticed a change in the color of his urine and is
dehydrated. State how Jeff's urine color has changed and explain
why it has occurred. - CORRECT ANSWERS- When there is
inadequate fluid intake the urine becomes concentrated and
appears darker in color. (Urine color should be pale to clear
yellow.)
Which of the following individuals would be least likely to become
dehydrated before recognizing that they are thirsty.
Caleb, who has been ill with a fever
Jed, an 85 year old widower
Jen, a professional soccer player
Trey, a 27 year old accountant - CORRECT ANSWERS- Trey, a 27
year old accountant
BIOD121, 2025/2026 WITH
CORRECT/ACCURATE ANSWERS
Hypogeusia results when an individual is deficient in what
mineral? Define the term hypogeusia. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Zinc; A reduced or inability to taste
Define the term bioavailability. - CORRECT ANSWERS- The
amount of a substance (like a vitamin) that is absorbed and
available to the body.
Glossitis - CORRECT ANSWERS- inflammation of the tongue
Cheilosis - CORRECT ANSWERS- cracks around mouth
pellagra - CORRECT ANSWERS- rough skin
Anencephaly - CORRECT ANSWERS- lack of brain
Vitamin C has four major functions. List two of the functions. -
CORRECT ANSWERS- Collagen synthesis, Antioxidant activity,
Iron absorption or Immunity
, What is Extracellular fluid? - CORRECT ANSWERS- Water found
outside the cell
What two ions control the extracellular water volume? - CORRECT
ANSWERS- Extracellular water volume is controlled by sodium
and chloride
Jeff is a wrestler and has been trying to lose weight, he has
restricted his intake of protein, sodium and especially fluids.
Recently he noticed a change in the color of his urine and is
dehydrated. State how Jeff's urine color has changed and explain
why it has occurred. - CORRECT ANSWERS- When there is
inadequate fluid intake the urine becomes concentrated and
appears darker in color. (Urine color should be pale to clear
yellow.)
Which of the following individuals would be least likely to become
dehydrated before recognizing that they are thirsty.
Caleb, who has been ill with a fever
Jed, an 85 year old widower
Jen, a professional soccer player
Trey, a 27 year old accountant - CORRECT ANSWERS- Trey, a 27
year old accountant
