How are major and minor minerals classified?

1. By the amount needed in the diet
2. By the amount available in dairy products
3. By the molecular weight of the mineral
4. By the amount of the mineral in the world


Correct Answer: 1

Rationale 1: Minerals are classified as major minerals (macrominerals) or trace minerals depending on how much is needed in the diet.
Rationale 2: Minerals are classified as major minerals (macrominerals) or trace minerals depending on how much is needed in the diet.
Rationale 3: Minerals are classified as major minerals (macrominerals) or trace minerals depending on how much is needed in the diet.
Rationale 4: Minerals are classified as major minerals (macrominerals) or trace minerals depending on how much is needed in the diet.

Global Rationale: Minerals are classified as major minerals (macrominerals) or trace minerals depending on how much is needed in the diet.

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