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The Role of Micronutrients

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the role of micronutrients in the human body. Micronutrients are essential for various bodily functions and play a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being.
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Which of the following is NOT a micronutrient?

  1. Vitamin A

  2. Calcium

  3. Iron

  4. Sodium

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sodium is a macronutrient, while Vitamin A, Calcium, and Iron are micronutrients.

What is the primary function of Vitamin A in the human body?

  1. Maintaining healthy vision

  2. Boosting the immune system

  3. Promoting bone growth

  4. Regulating blood sugar levels

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vitamin A is essential for maintaining healthy vision, particularly night vision.

Which micronutrient is responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body?

  1. Iron

  2. Calcium

  3. Potassium

  4. Magnesium

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Iron is a crucial component of hemoglobin, which is responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood.

What is the main role of Vitamin C in the human body?

  1. Promoting wound healing

  2. Supporting immune function

  3. Regulating blood pressure

  4. Maintaining bone density

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vitamin C plays a vital role in promoting wound healing and maintaining healthy connective tissue.

Which micronutrient is essential for the production of red blood cells?

  1. Vitamin B12

  2. Vitamin D

  3. Zinc

  4. Iodine

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vitamin B12 is crucial for the production of red blood cells and the synthesis of DNA.

What is the primary function of Calcium in the human body?

  1. Maintaining strong bones and teeth

  2. Regulating muscle contractions

  3. Transmitting nerve impulses

  4. Producing energy

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth, as well as supporting muscle contractions and nerve transmission.

Which micronutrient is involved in the production of thyroid hormones?

  1. Iodine

  2. Selenium

  3. Copper

  4. Manganese

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Iodine is a crucial component of thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism, growth, and development.

What is the primary role of Zinc in the human body?

  1. Supporting immune function

  2. Promoting cell growth and division

  3. Regulating blood sugar levels

  4. Maintaining electrolyte balance

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zinc plays a vital role in supporting immune function and promoting cell growth and division.

Which micronutrient is essential for the absorption of calcium?

  1. Vitamin D

  2. Vitamin K

  3. Vitamin C

  4. Vitamin E

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vitamin D is crucial for the absorption of calcium and maintaining bone health.

What is the primary function of Potassium in the human body?

  1. Regulating blood pressure

  2. Supporting muscle contractions

  3. Transmitting nerve impulses

  4. Producing energy

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Potassium plays a vital role in regulating blood pressure, supporting muscle contractions, and transmitting nerve impulses.

Which micronutrient is involved in the production of energy in the body?

  1. Magnesium

  2. Phosphorus

  3. Copper

  4. Manganese

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Magnesium is essential for the production of energy in the body, as well as supporting muscle function and nerve transmission.

What is the primary role of Selenium in the human body?

  1. Supporting thyroid function

  2. Protecting cells from damage

  3. Regulating blood sugar levels

  4. Maintaining electrolyte balance

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Selenium plays a vital role in protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals and supporting thyroid function.

Which micronutrient is involved in the production of collagen, the main protein in connective tissue?

  1. Vitamin C

  2. Vitamin K

  3. Vitamin D

  4. Vitamin E

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vitamin C is essential for the production of collagen, which provides strength and structure to connective tissue.

What is the primary function of Copper in the human body?

  1. Supporting immune function

  2. Promoting cell growth and division

  3. Regulating blood sugar levels

  4. Maintaining electrolyte balance

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Copper plays a vital role in supporting immune function and promoting cell growth and division.

Which micronutrient is involved in the production of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells?

  1. Iron

  2. Calcium

  3. Potassium

  4. Magnesium

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Iron is a crucial component of hemoglobin, which is responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood.

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