SS1 Second Term Food and Nutrition Past Questions and Answers

What is the main function of potassium in the body?

A. Regulating blood pressure

B. Enhancing vision

C. Supporting bone health

D. Boosting immune function

Answer: A. Regulating blood pressure

Which vitamin is crucial for the absorption of iron in the body?

A. Vitamin A

B. Vitamin C

C. Vitamin D

D. Vitamin K

Answer: B. Vitamin C

What is the primary function of fiber in the diet?

A. Provides quick energy

B. Aids in digestion and prevents constipation

C. Promotes muscle growth

D. Enhances vision

Answer: B. Aids in digestion and prevents constipation

Which of the following is a rich source of vitamin K?

A. Oranges

B. Spinach

C. Eggs

D. Milk

Answer: B. Spinach

What is the role of phosphorus in the body?

A. Blood clotting

B. Bone and teeth formation

C. Nerve transmission

D. Vision

Answer: B. Bone and teeth formation

Which nutrient is essential for the production of red blood cells?

A. Carbohydrates

B. Proteins

C. Iron

D. Fats

Answer: C. Iron

What is the function of vitamin D in the body?

A. Blood clotting

B. Calcium absorption and bone health

C. Antioxidant protection

D. Energy production

Answer: B. Calcium absorption and bone health

Which of the following is a good source of vitamin E?

A. Fish

B. Nuts and seeds

C. Dairy products

D. Leafy green vegetables

Answer: B. Nuts and seeds

What is the term for the sum of all chemical processes occurring in the body to maintain life?

A. Metabolism

B. Respiration

C. Digestion

D. Circulation

Answer: A. Metabolism

Which mineral is important for maintaining fluid balance in the body?

 

A. Sodium

B. Potassium

C. Calcium

D. Magnesium

Answer: A. Sodium

What is the primary function of vitamin B6 in the body?

 

A. Vision

B. Protein synthesis

C. Blood clotting

D. Antioxidant protection

Answer: B. Protein synthesis

Which of the following is a source of complex carbohydrates?

 

A. White bread

B. Brown rice

C. Candy

D. Soda

Answer: B. Brown rice

What is the role of selenium in the body?

 

A. Boosting immune function

B. Enhancing vision

C. Supporting bone health

D. Blood clotting

Answer: A. Boosting immune function

Which vitamin is essential for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus in the intestines?

 

A. Vitamin A

B. Vitamin C

C. Vitamin D

D. Vitamin E

Answer: C. Vitamin D

What is the function of manganese in the body?

 

A. Blood clotting

B. Bone health

C. Nerve transmission

D. Metabolism of carbohydrates and fats

Answer: D. Metabolism of carbohydrates and fats

Which of the following is a source of probiotics that contribute to gut health?

 

A. Chicken

B. Yogurt

C. Pasta

D. Apples

Answer: B. Yogurt

What is the primary function of copper in the body?

 

A. Vision

B. Blood clotting

C. Nerve transmission

D. Iron absorption and utilization

Answer: D. Iron absorption and utilization

Which nutrient is essential for the proper functioning of the thyroid gland?

 

A. Iron

B. Iodine

C. Calcium

D. Zinc

Answer: B. Iodine

What is the term for the process of converting nutrients into energy in the presence of oxygen?

 

A. Fermentation

B. Respiration

C. Digestion

D. Photosynthesis

Answer: B. Respiration

Which vitamin is crucial for collagen formation, wound

healing, and immune function?

 

A. Vitamin A

B. Vitamin C

C. Vitamin D

D. Vitamin K

Answer: B. Vitamin C