Which of the Following Foods Provides the Smallest Amount of Available

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following foods provides the smallest amount of available zinc?

• A) legumes
• B) meats
• C) poultry
• D) shellfish

---

Definitions:

Atomic Nucleus

The atomic nucleus is the small, dense region at the center of an atom, composed of protons and neutrons, and is the core where most of an atom's mass is concentrated.

Ionizing Power

The ability of a chemical element or electromagnetic radiation to ionize atoms or molecules by altering their charge through the removal or addition of electrons.

Beta Particles

High-energy, high-speed electrons or positrons emitted by certain types of radioactive nuclei during radioactive decay.

Beta Emission

A type of radioactive decay where a beta particle (an electron or positron) is emitted from an atomic nucleus.