Which of the Following Choices Correctly Pairs a Mineral with One

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following choices correctly pairs a mineral with one of its major functions in the body?

• A)sodium = maintaining water balance in cells
• B)iron = component of the nucleic acid backbone
• C)phosphorus = maintaining water balance
• D)calcium = used in amino acid metabolism

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