Question

Minerals that assist in the regulation of neural transmission, muscle cell contraction, and acid–base balance in the blood are:

Select one:

a. electrolytes.

b. positive ions.

c. negative ions.

d. ADP.

Severe iodide deficiency in a developing fetus causes:

Select one:

a. gout.

b. cretinism.

c. hypertension in the pregnant female.

d. goiter.

A primary cause of mineral deficiency is:

Select one:

a. chronic conditions such as lactose intolerance which prohibit the person from consuming mineral rich foods.

b. diets that restrict or eliminate foods that contain vitamins needed to facilitate mineral absorption.

c. All answers are correct.

d. people in age groups in which certain minerals are required at higher levels.

Deficiency of potassium in the diet is:

Select one:

a. important in the prevention of hyperparathyroidism.

b. called hyperkalemia.

c. sometimes the result of diuretic medication use to control hypertension.

d. of concern because of potassium's role in liver function.

All of the following are major roles of water in the body EXCEPT:

Select one:

a. moistens mucous membranes.

b. maintains blood volume.

c. builds tissue.

d. provides bulk to waste.

Answer 1

1. Answer is A electrolytes .

2. Answer is B cretinism.

It is a congenital deficiency due to maternal hypothyroidism ie , the mother's thyroid gland is not functioning properly.  

3. Answer is C all answers are correct.

Vegans , vegetarians or lactose intolerance might experience mineral deficiency , older adults with poor appetite arenot getting enough calories or nutrients in their diet , a poor diet that relies on junk good or diet that lacks adequate fruits and vegetables can be possible causes if they fail to manage their diet effectively.

4. Answer is   C sometimes the result of diuretic medication use to control hypertension.

5. Answer is C. Builds tissue.