Minerals Are Similar to Vitamins in That Both

question 18

Multiple Choice

Minerals are similar to vitamins in that both:

• A) Provide no energy
• B) Are organic substances
• C) Become part of the structure of the body
• D) Enter into chemical reactions in the body

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Definitions:

Wharton's Jelly

A gelatinous substance within the umbilical cord that provides cushioning and support to the blood vessels.

Substance

The fundamental physical matter or material that makes up an object or individual.

Digestive System

A group of organs and glands responsible for the breakdown of food into nutrients, which the body uses for energy, growth, and repair.