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FSHD 1020 - Chapter 11 Exam Questions
With Correct Answers
Among typical Americans, deficiencies of phosphorus are - answer✔-rare because the mineral
is widespread in the diet
-rare because the mineral is efficiently absorbed
Low levels of the female reproductive hormone _____ are detrimental to bone health because
this hormone stimulates osteoblast activity. - answer✔Estrogen
Individuals of ______ descent are at an increased risk for developing ostoporosis - answer✔-
Caucasian
-Asian
Which of the following are biological factors that influence bone status? - answer✔-frame size
-age
-ethnicity
Which type of calcium supplement can be taken without regard to meals? - answer✔Calcium
Citrate
Highly trained athletes are at risk for bone loss if - answer✔Menstruation becomes irregular or
ceases altogether
Who is at the greatest risk for developing osteoporosis? - answer✔Slender, inactive women
who smoke
Which of the following statements about ethnicity and bone health is true? - answer✔People of
Asian descent are at increased risk of poor bone health.
Rank the following food sources from lowest (top) to highest (bottom) magnesium content -
answer✔1. Whole-wheat bread
2. Banana
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