Minerals MCQs with Answers

Which is the most abundant mineral in the human body?

• A.Iron
• B.Potassium
• C.Calcium
• D.Sodium

Past Paper MCQ

Which source contains the highest amount of iodine?

• A.Seaweed
• B.Eggs
• C.Milk
• D.Fish

Tooth decay is caused by deficiency of ?

• A.Iron
• B.Iodine
• C.Calcium
• D.Fluorine

Deficiency of which mineral can cause brittle bones and excessive bleeding?

• A.Iron
• B.Calcium
• C.Potassium
• D.Magnesium

Which disease is/are caused by deficiency of Sodium?

• A.Imbalances in fluid volume in the vessels and tissues
• B.Osteoporosis and bone deformities
• C.Goiter and thyroid enlargement
• D.Muscle cramps and tetany

Biofortified wheat contains more _?

• A.Copper and Manganese
• B.Calcium and Magnesium
• C.Sodium and Potassium
• D.Iron and Zinc

Which nutrients are pregnant women most commonly deficient in?

• A.Protein and magnesium
• B.Vitamin C and zinc
• C.Calcium and iron
• D.Vitamin D and potassium

Which are found in fruits, vegetables, grains and sea food?

• A.Vitamins
• B.Proteins
• C.Minerals
• D.Carbohydrates

Which vegetable is the best natural source of sodium?

• A.Celery
• B.Spinach
• C.Carrot
• D.Beetroot

How is iodine deficiency commonly prevented in the general population?

• A.Adding iodine to salt
• B.Adding iodine to drinking water
• C.Fortifying milk with iodine
• D.Iodine injections at health centers