Answered: Mineralsa. are inorganic nutrients.b.…

Mineralsa. are inorganic nutrients.b. compose about 4–5% of total body weight.c. act as buffers and osmotic regulators.d. are components of enzymes.e. All of these are correct.

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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