Nutrition Quiz 9 Questions with All
Correct Answers
Intracellular water volume depends primarily on the concentration of - Answer-
Phosphate and Potassium
______ is a hormone released by the adrenal glands that is responsible for regulating
fluid volume in the body. - Answer-Aldosterone
The amount of water in each body compartment mainly is controlled by - Answer-Ion
Concentration
Symptoms of dehydration include all of the following EXCEPT - Answer-Slowed Heart
Rate
Aldosterone signals the kidneys to conserve - Answer-Sodium
For which of the following people are sports drinks with electrolytes most appropriate? -
Answer-an athlete who competes in a marathon
_______________ is a major mineral important for nerve and heart function and is a
cofactor for over 300 enzymes. It is a major constituent of bone and is found in whole
grains and vegetables. - Answer-Magnesium
Elevated blood pressure has been linked to excess intake of - Answer-sodium and
chloride
The sodium concentration of the blood is primarily regulated by the - Answer-Kidneys
Oxygen binds to iron, contained in in RBCs. - Answer-hemoglobin
Hypertension is defined as a systolic/diastolic blood pressure at or above ___________
mm Hg. - Answer-140/90
Water constitutes ______ percent of body weight. - Answer-50-70
Cortical bone has a - Answer-dense structure