Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE Regarding the Mineral

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the mineral selenium?

• A) Most selenium in our bodies is contained within two amino acids.
• B) Selenium is involved in the maintenance of basal metabolism and body temperature.
• C) Selenium is present only in foods of animal origin.
• D) Selenium is a component of the glutathione peroxidase antioxidant enzyme system.

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