A Naturally Occurring Metal Found in Some Foods and Consumer

question 24

Multiple Choice

A naturally occurring metal found in some foods and consumer products that has been linked to brain, kidney, and gastrointestinal tract damage is

• A) aluminum.
• B) silver.
• C) mercury.
• D) iron.

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Definitions:

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Discrimination

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