Choose the minerals that are needed in higher quantities during pregnancy.

A. Sodium, phosphorus, and fluoride
B. Calcium, chloride, and potassium
C. Iron, iodine, and zinc
D. There are no minerals that need to be increased during pregnancy, only some vitamins.


Answer: C

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