Match the Mineral with Its Function

question 142

Multiple Choice

Match the mineral with its function.
-Iodine

• A)Functions in carbon dioxide metabolism and transport, also needed for protein metabolism
• B)Component of hemoglobin
• C)A constituent of coenzymes; needed for bone formation and proper function of nerve and muscle
• D)Needed for the production of thyroxine
• E)Component of nucleic acids and ATP; used in bone formation

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