Nutrient Deficiencies Have Been Associated with the Development of Various

question 1

Multiple Choice

Nutrient deficiencies have been associated with the development of various medical conditions.A deficiency in ______ is a major cause of blindness.Additionally, a deficiency in ______ can be linked to perinatal mortality and mental retardation, and a deficiency in ______ is the leading cause of preventable mental retardation.

• A)iron, vitamin A, iodine
• B)vitamin A, iodine, iron
• C)iodine, vitamin A, iron
• D)vitamin A, iron, iodine

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Definitions:

Dorsally

Positioned towards the back side of an organism or towards the spine in humans.

Laterally

Towards the side; away from the midline of the body.

Submandibular Gland

A salivary gland located beneath the floor of the mouth, responsible for producing saliva.

Sublingual Gland

A salivary gland located beneath the tongue, responsible for secreting saliva to aid in digestion.