Lesson 3.2.2.2
3.2.2.2 Minerals: calcium, iron, sodium, fluoride, iodine and phosphorus Quiz: AQA Food Preparation and Nutrition, Unit 1
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The 20 questions
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Which mineral is needed for healthy bones and teeth and is found in dairy foods?
- Calcium
- Iodine
- Iron
- Fluoride
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Which mineral is needed to make haemoglobin in red blood cells?
- Phosphorus
- Iron
- Sodium
- Calcium
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Which food group is a rich source of dietary iron?
- White bread
- Red meat
- Refined sugar
- White fish
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Which mineral is needed for the production of thyroid hormones?
- Sodium
- Calcium
- Fluoride
- Iodine
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Which mineral helps to strengthen tooth enamel and is found in drinking water in some areas?
- Fluoride
- Phosphorus
- Iodine
- Sodium
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Which nutrient enhances the absorption of plant-based iron?
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin C
- Sodium
- Calcium
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Excessive dietary sodium is primarily linked to which health condition?
- Anaemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Osteoporosis
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Which mineral is a main part of the bones and teeth, along with calcium?
- Phosphorus
- Fluoride
- Iodine
- Sodium
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What can replace salt in a recipe to reduce sodium while adding flavour?
- Caster sugar
- Baking powder
- Herbs and spices
- Vegetable oil
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Which mineral is needed for healthy nerves and muscles and is found mainly in table salt and processed foods?
- Calcium
- Phosphorus
- Sodium
- Iodine
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A recipe uses milk to make a white sauce. Which mineral is the sauce providing?
- Fluoride
- Iron
- Iodine
- Calcium
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Which combination improves the uptake of non-haem iron from plant sources?
- Iron and vitamin C
- Iron and fat
- Iron and sodium
- Iron and calcium
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Which mineral is needed for the formation of strong teeth and is found in tea and seafood?
- Sodium
- Calcium
- Fluoride
- Iron
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What is the main dietary source of calcium for adults?
- Root vegetables
- Citrus fruits
- Dairy products
- Cereal grains
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A student has a diet low in dairy foods. Which mineral is most at risk of being too low?
- Sodium
- Iron
- Calcium
- Iodine
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Which food group is the richest dietary source of iodine?
- Root vegetables
- Seafood
- Red meats
- Stone fruits
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Which mineral is usually found in higher amounts in processed foods than in fresh foods?
- Iron
- Calcium
- Sodium
- Fluoride
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Which mineral is needed for the production of haemoglobin and is found in lean red meat and fortified breakfast cereals?
- Iodine
- Iron
- Phosphorus
- Fluoride
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Iron deficiency anaemia is most commonly caused by a lack of which nutrient?
- Calcium
- Phosphorus
- Sodium
- Iron
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How does high dietary sodium lead to increased blood pressure?
- Thickens the artery walls
- Pulls water into blood
- Destroys red blood cells
- Slows the heart rate
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