Which of the Following Best Differentiates a Non-Essential Nutrient from an Essential

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best differentiates a non-essential nutrient from an essential nutrient ?

• A) It is found in food
• B) It is degraded by the body
• C) It is made in sufficient quantities by the body
• D) It is used to synthesize other compounds in the body

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Definitions:

Pesticide Spraying

Pesticide spraying is the application of chemicals to crops, buildings, or landscapes to control pests such as insects, weeds, and disease agents.

Transgenic Crops

Plants that have been genetically modified to express a gene from another species, improving traits like resistance to pests or herbicides.

Pest-Resistant

Attribute of a plant or organism that has a natural or genetically engineered resistance to damage by pests.

Nontarget Pests

Species inadvertently affected by pesticides or other control measures meant for specific pests, often leading to ecological imbalances.