Match the Mineral with Its Function

question 159

Multiple Choice

Match the mineral with its function.
-phosphorus

• A)functions in carbon dioxide metabolism and transport,also needed for protein metabolism
• B)component of hemoglobin
• C)a constituent of coenzymes; needed for bone formation and proper function of nerve and muscle
• D)needed for the production of thyroxine
• E)component of nucleic acids and ATP; used in bone formation

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