Module 4 Problem Set: Essentials in Nutrition-2021- Kephart 5/12/22, 8:02 PM
Module 4 Problem Set
Due No due date Points 5 Questions 23 Time Limit None
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Submitted May 4 at 9:12am
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Question 1 pts
Name and describe the two major types of iron. Which is more easily
absorbed by the body?
Your Answer:
heme iron, nonheme iron
heme iron is more easily absorbed
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, Module 4 Problem Set: Essentials in Nutrition-2021- Kephart 5/12/22, 8:02 PM
Heme iron - Iron found in animal flesh in the form of
hemoglobin or myoglobin
Nonheme iron – elemental iron
Heme iron is more readily absorbed by the body.
Question 2 pts
List the four major functions of Vitamin C
Your Answer:
collagen synthesis, antioxidant properties, iron absorption, and immune
function.
Collagen synthesis, antioxidant activity, assisting in iron
absorption, and boosting immune functions
Question 3 pts
It is important for women who may be pregnant or who are planning on
becoming pregnant to discuss their folate intake with their doctor. Why
or why not?
Your Answer:
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Module 4 Problem Set
Due No due date Points 5 Questions 23 Time Limit None
This quiz is currently locked.
Attempt History
Attempt Time Score
LATEST Attempt 1 705 minutes 5 out of 5
Score for this quiz: 5 out of 5
Submitted May 4 at 9:12am
This attempt took 705 minutes.
Question 1 pts
Name and describe the two major types of iron. Which is more easily
absorbed by the body?
Your Answer:
heme iron, nonheme iron
heme iron is more easily absorbed
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, Module 4 Problem Set: Essentials in Nutrition-2021- Kephart 5/12/22, 8:02 PM
Heme iron - Iron found in animal flesh in the form of
hemoglobin or myoglobin
Nonheme iron – elemental iron
Heme iron is more readily absorbed by the body.
Question 2 pts
List the four major functions of Vitamin C
Your Answer:
collagen synthesis, antioxidant properties, iron absorption, and immune
function.
Collagen synthesis, antioxidant activity, assisting in iron
absorption, and boosting immune functions
Question 3 pts
It is important for women who may be pregnant or who are planning on
becoming pregnant to discuss their folate intake with their doctor. Why
or why not?
Your Answer:
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