Which of the Following Statements Best Defines an "Essential" Nutrient

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best defines an "essential" nutrient?

• A) It is necessary for good health and proper functioning of the body.
• B) It can be obtained only from the diet.
• C) It can be manufactured by the body from raw materials.
• D) It can be manufactured by the body itself.

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Definitions:

Psychotic Episode

A period of time where a person experiences delusions, hallucinations, or other severe disturbances in their thinking.

Hallucination

Hallucination is a perceptual experience without the presence of an external stimulus, often manifesting in visual, auditory, or other sensory forms.

Cannabis

The hemp plant from which marijuana, hashish, and THC are derived.

Hashish

A drug made from the resin of the cannabis plant, commonly used for its psychoactive effects.