Microbiology: An Introduction
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780321929150
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 6, Problem 6MCQ
The term trace elements refers to
- a. the elements CHONPS.
- b. vitamins.
- c. nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur.
- d. small mineral requirements.
- e. toxic substances.
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