Selenium Is Required for the Production of the Active Form

question 52

Multiple Choice

Selenium is required for the production of the active form of _____ and also functions as _____.

• A) vitamin D; an antioxidant
• B) thyroid hormone; an electrolyte
• C) vitamin D; an electrolyte
• D) thyroid hormone; an antioxidant

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Definitions:

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