Which of the following is a characteristic of vitamins but not minerals?
A. Vitamins provide kilocalories for the body, while minerals do not.
B. Vitamins can be toxic to the body but minerals cannot.
C. Vitamins tend to have low rates of absorption, while minerals absorb easily.
D. They can be either water or fat soluble.
Ans: D. They can be either water or fat soluble.
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