Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of a Nonessential

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a nonessential biological element?

• A) detected in the body but has no clear biological function
• B) has a stimulatory effect on biological functions
• C) often are incorporated into biological compounds because they are similar to essential elements
• D) has clear biological functions
• E) organisms require them for survival

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