Chapter 12 Flashcards
1
Q
The body generates water during the:
A
Oxidation of energy nutrients through the electron transport chain
2
Q
Regulation of fluid and electrolyte balance and acid-base balance depends primarily on the:
A
Kidneys
3
Q
The difference between the major and trace minerals reflects the:
A
Amounts of their contents in the body
4
Q
The principal cation in extracellular fluids is:
A
Sodium
5
Q
The role of chloride in the stomach is to help:
A
Maintain a strong acidity
6
Q
Calcium homeostasis depends on:
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Vitamin D, calcitonin, and parathyroid hormone
7
Q
Calcium absorption is hindered by:
A
Oxalates
8
Q
Phosphorus assists in many activities in the body, but not:
A
The clotting of blood
9
Q
Most of the body’s magnesium can be found in the:
A
Bones
10
Q
What is not a risk factor for osteoporosis?
A
Overweight
