A Severe Deficiency of Which Trace Mineral Results in Scaly

question 120

Multiple Choice

A severe deficiency of which trace mineral results in scaly skin, poor bone formation, and growth faltering?

• A)Copper
• B)Magnesium
• C)Manganese
• D)Iron

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