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lunatika

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Which of the following statements about zinc is false?
 A) Supplements of zinc may help decrease the duration of the common cold.
  B) Zinc is involved in the reproduction of proteins.
  C) Zinc is absorbed best from plant products.
  D) Zinc is a component of or required for activation of many enzymes.
  E) Men have a higher requirement than women

Question 2

A major function of copper in the body is:
 A) it serves as a component of enzymes that help iron and oxygen utilization.
  B) it helps with brain development.
  C) it helps with glucose and cholesterol utilization.
  D) All of the above


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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D


lunatika

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Reply #2 on: Aug 21, 2018
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