Zinc (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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12 questions from this quiz
Which food contains exceptionally high zinc & is one of the very best dietary sources?
Which food contains exceptionally high zinc & is one of the very best dietary sources?
Oysters
Which plant foods are valuable zinc sources for those following plant-based diets?
Which plant foods are valuable zinc sources for those following plant-based diets?
Nuts and seeds
Which fortified foods help people meet their daily zinc requirements?
Which fortified foods help people meet their daily zinc requirements?
Breakfast cereals
What vital role does zinc play in the immune system?
What vital role does zinc play in the immune system?
Supports immune cell development
How does zinc help with wound healing?
How does zinc help with wound healing?
Speeds up the healing process
Which groups have especially high zinc requirements due to rapid growth?
Which groups have especially high zinc requirements due to rapid growth?
Infants, children & adolescents
What happens to taste and smell when zinc levels are too low?
What happens to taste and smell when zinc levels are too low?
They become dulled or lost entirely
What growth problem can zinc deficiency cause in children & adolescents?
What growth problem can zinc deficiency cause in children & adolescents?
Stunted growth
What is the most significant consequence of zinc deficiency?
What is the most significant consequence of zinc deficiency?
Reduced immune function
What is the recommended daily zinc amount for adult men?
What is the recommended daily zinc amount for adult men?
11 mg per day
What plant compounds can bind to zinc & prevent absorption?
What plant compounds can bind to zinc & prevent absorption?
Phytates
How should iron & zinc supplements be taken to avoid absorption interference?
How should iron & zinc supplements be taken to avoid absorption interference?
Separate them by at least 2 hours