Which nonmetal nutrient deficiency is associated with Keshan disease, characterized by cardiomyopathy??

A) ?iodine
B) ?zinc
C) ?selenium
D) ?molybdenum


C

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. organ systems, tissues, organs, cells b. tissues, cells, organ systems, organs c. organ systems, organs, tissues, cells d. cells, tissues, organs, organ systems

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