8. Water and Minerals
Trace minerals: Iron and Copper
8. Water and Minerals
Trace minerals: Iron and Copper: Videos & Practice Problems
1
concept
Iron (Fe)
Video duration:
5m2
example
Example 1
Video duration:
1m3
Problem
Which form of iron is the most bioavailable?
A
Heme iron.
B
Elemental iron.
C
Reduced iron.
D
Non-heme iron.
4
Problem
If someone is following a vegan eating pattern, what can they do to help their body absorb iron?
A
Only eat heme iron.
B
Add meat factor to their meals.
C
Combine foods high in vitamin C with foods high in iron.
D
Increase soluble fiber intake.
5
concept
Copper (Cu)
Video duration:
3m6
Problem
Which of the following has NOT been shown to limit copper absorption?
A
Zinc.
B
Vitamin D.
C
Iron.
D
Vitamin C.
7
Problem
Which of the following are functions of copper in the body?
I) Synthesis of collagen and elastin.
II) Stabilizing the structure of certain proteins.
III) Transport of iron in the blood.
A
I & II.
B
I & III.
C
II & III.
D
I, II,& III.
