Why Do Boys Need More Iron During Adolescence

question 37

Multiple Choice

Why do boys need more iron during adolescence?

• A)to develop peak bone mass
• B)to develop extra lean body mass
• C)to replace iron used up in childhood
• D)to produce more red blood cells

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