QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS 2026
2/3rd's - CORRECT ANSWER Bone contains _______ of the body's' magnesium.
protein, Vitamin C, Iron, Copper, and Zinc - CORRECT ANSWER The formation of
collagen requires:
Animal - CORRECT ANSWER ___________ protein is the best source for
phosphorus.
0.7ppm - CORRECT ANSWER What is the recommended amount of fluoride for
drinking water supply?
organic - CORRECT ANSWER Collagen is an ____________ protein matrix that is
the basis for cementum, dentin, and bone.
Mineralization - CORRECT ANSWER __________________ is the deposition of
inorganic elements (minerals) on an organic matrix.
crystalline - CORRECT ANSWER The _______________ structure of enamel makes
it insoluble and resistant to the many forces within the mouth.
Osteoblasts - CORRECT ANSWER ________________ line the inner surface of the
dentin and provide nourishment for dentin.
, calcium; phosphorus - CORRECT ANSWER The buffering action provided by
_________________ and ______________ in saliva inhibits caries formation
which can prevent the dissolution of enamel by the plaque biofilm.
inverse - CORRECT ANSWER The serum calcium-to-phosphorus ratio is an
____________ relationship; an ideal ratio is 1:1.
Calcium - CORRECT ANSWER _______________ supplement absorption can be
enhanced if taken with some form of sugar.
greater - CORRECT ANSWER During periods of growth, the requirement for
calcium is ____________ because peak bone mass seems related to calcium
intake during periods of bone mineralization.
18;25 - CORRECT ANSWER Approximately 85-90% of adult bone mass is acquired
by the age of _____ in girls and ____ in boys.
menopause - CORRECT ANSWER Between the age of 30 and menopause, women
tend to maintain bone mass; however, bone mass decreases after
________________.
fortified products (OJ), yogurt, 8 oz. whole milk at a time, etc. - CORRECT ANSWER
Individuals that are lactose intolerant can obtain calcium from many sources such
as: