Question

1. what is the role of minerals in the body?

only to provide energy
to enhance fluid balance
to support regulatory and structural functions
to create body heat

1. excessive consumption of which type of drinks can increase dehydration?

water - based drinks
dairy - based drinks
fruit juices
caffeinated drinks

1. what is the function of water in digestion?

to store nutrients
to add calories
to build body mass
to digest food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste

Explanation:

• Question 5: Minerals do not provide energy (that's carbs, fats, proteins). While they can play a role in fluid balance (like sodium and potassium), their main role is to support regulatory (e.g., enzyme - mineral interactions) and structural (e.g., calcium in bones) functions.
• Question 6: Caffeinated drinks (like coffee, some teas, energy drinks) have a diuretic effect. In excessive amounts, they can lead to increased urine production and thus dehydration. Water - based drinks hydrate, dairy - based and fruit juices (in normal amounts) also contribute to fluid intake.
• Question 7: Water is essential in digestion. It helps break down food (digest food), allows nutrients to be absorbed through the intestinal lining (absorb nutrients), and helps in the formation and elimination of feces (eliminate waste). It does not store nutrients (storage is done by tissues like adipose for fats), add calories (has 0 calories), or build body mass (proteins and other macronutrients are more involved in mass building).

Answer:

1. To support regulatory and structural functions
2. Caffeinated drinks
3. To digest food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste