Question

part iv. match the minerals on the right to the correct deficiency symptoms.

1. anemia
2. lack of appetite; unthrifty appearance
3. lameness; stiffness of joints; lowered appetite; reduced rate of gain; breeding problems
4. hairless pigs; goiter; weak young and stillbirths
5. slow growth rate; reduced feed consumption; muscle weakness; diarrhea

a. iodine
b. sodium
chloride
c. iron
d. phosphorus
e. potassium

Explanation:

49. Anemia

Anemia is often associated with iron deficiency because iron is a key component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood. Without enough iron, the body can't produce sufficient hemoglobin, leading to anemia. So the match is C. Iron.

50. Lack of appetite; unthrifty appearance

Sodium (and chloride, often in a balanced way) is important for fluid balance and overall health. Deficiency in sodium can lead to poor appetite and a generally unthrifty (unhealthy) appearance. So this matches B. Sodium.

51. Lameness; stiffness of joints; lowered appetite; reduced rate of gain; breeding problems

Phosphorus is crucial for bone health, energy metabolism, and reproductive functions. Deficiency in phosphorus can cause joint issues (lameness, stiffness), reduced growth/gain, and breeding problems. So this matches D. Phosphorus.

52. Hairless pigs; goiter; weak young and stillbirths

Iodine is essential for thyroid function. Deficiency in iodine can cause goiter (enlarged thyroid) and reproductive issues like weak offspring or stillbirths, and in pigs, can affect hair growth. So this matches A. Iodine.

53. Slow growth rate; reduced feed consumption; muscle weakness; diarrhea

Potassium is important for muscle function, fluid balance, and digestion. Deficiency in potassium can lead to muscle weakness, digestive issues like diarrhea, and reduced growth/feed intake. So this matches E. Potassium.

Answer:

1. C. Iron
2. B. Sodium
3. D. Phosphorus
4. A. Iodine
5. E. Potassium