Biology

Minerals and Nutrients

849 Questions

Review essential biology concepts regarding minerals and nutrients in this question bank. It covers trace elements required by plants and minerals crucial for human blood and bone formation. These facts frequently appear in general science exams.

Essential plant micronutrientsChlorophyll synthesis elementsHuman blood and bone mineralsTrace elements in physiology

Minerals and Nutrients Questions

Multiple choice
  1. silicon

  2. phosphorus

  3. nitrogen

  4. calcium

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Calcium is a key component in both bone and cement. In bones, calcium phosphate (hydroxyapatite) provides structural strength and rigidity. In cement, calcium compounds like calcium silicate hydrate form during the curing process, binding the material together. The other elements listed are not major components of both materials.

Multiple choice
  1. manganese

  2. iron

  3. magnesium

  4. phosphorus

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Palak (spinach) leaves are rich in iron, which is why they're often recommended for combating anemia. While spinach also contains other minerals like magnesium and manganese, its high iron content is what makes it nutritionally significant. Phosphorus is found in more diverse foods like dairy and nuts.

Multiple choice
  1. Na, Ca, P, Cl, Fe

  2. Mn, Cu, Zn, Mo, Se

  3. Ca, Fe Mn, Zn, Mo

  4. P, Cl, Cu, Zn, Mo

  5. Mn, Ca, P, Zn, Fe

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Micronutrients are nutrients required by humans and other organisms throughout life in small quantities to orchestrate a range of physiological functions. Examples: Mn, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, V, Cr, Mo, Se, F, I, Al, Pb, Sn, Si