Calcium-Multiple Choice Questions Quiz

Question 1: What is the chemical symbol for calcium?

(a) C
(b) Cl
(c) Ca
(d) Ce

Question 2: Calcium is an essential element for which aspect of living organisms?

(a) Cellular respiration
(b) Nervous system function
(c) DNA replication
(d) Photosynthesis

Question 3: Which of the following is a primary dietary source of calcium for humans?

(a) Meat
(b) Fruits
(c) Legumes
(d) Dairy products

Question 4: What is the most abundant mineral in the human body?

(a) Iron
(b) Magnesium
(c) Calcium
(d) Sodium

Question 5: Calcium deficiency can lead to which medical condition characterized by weakened and brittle bones?

(a) Rickets
(b) Scurvy
(c) Osteoporosis
(d) Anemia

Question 6: Which vitamin plays a role in the absorption of calcium from the digestive tract?

(a) Vitamin A
(b) Vitamin C
(c) Vitamin D
(d) Vitamin K

Question 7: Which bodily function is not directly influenced by calcium?

(a) Blood clotting
(b) Muscle contraction
(c) Digestion
(d) Nerve transmission

Question 8: Which compound is formed when calcium reacts with water?

(a) Calcium sulfate
(b) Calcium carbonate
(c) Calcium oxide
(d) Calcium hydroxide

Question 9: Which type of bones cells are responsible for breaking down bone tissue during remodeling?

(a) Osteoblasts
(b) Osteoclasts
(c) Osteocytes
(d) Chondrocytes

Question 10: Calcium plays a vital role in the contraction of which type of muscle?

(a) Cardiac muscle
(b) Skeletal muscle
(c) Smooth muscle
(d) Striated muscle

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Answer key:

Question 1: c

Question 2: b

Question 3: d

Question 4: c

Question 5: c

Question 6: c

Question 7: c

Question 8: d

Question 9: b

Question 10: b