Matching

A. a major mineral of bone
B. this mineral also functions as an antioxidant
C. needed for metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
D. essential for making thyroid hormones
E. has been shown to increase blood pressure
F. part of hemoglobin

16. Sodium
17. Calcium
18. Iron
19. Iodine
20. Selenium
21. Magnesium


16. ANS: E
17. ANS: A
18. ANS: F
19. ANS: D
20. ANS: B
21. ANS: C

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