A "Nonessential Nutrient" Is One the Body_____

question 18

Multiple Choice

A "nonessential nutrient" is one the body_____.

• A)can make in the amount needed
• B)doesn't need
• C)cannot use
• D)stores for later use

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Definitions:

ATP

Adenosine Triphosphate, a molecule that stores and transfers energy within cells, fundamental for cellular processes.

NADPH

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate, a coenzyme involved in anabolic reactions, acting as a reducing agent in biosynthetic processes.

Absorption Spectrum

A spectrum that shows the wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by a substance, useful in identifying chemical compounds.

Photosynthesis

Green plants and selected organisms employ sunlight to produce nutrients from carbon dioxide and water, a process known as photosynthesis.