Which Characteristic Is Shared by Copper and Fluoride? ​

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which characteristic is shared by copper and fluoride? ​

• A)Both may be obtained from drinking tap water.
• B)Both serve as cofactors for a number of enzymes.
• C)Neither is involved in the integrity of bones and teeth.
• D)Neither is known to be toxic at intakes of 10 times the estimated safe and adequate dietary intake.

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