Which of the following is a characteristic of the trace minerals?
A)A deficiency sign common to many trace minerals is dermatitis
B)The amounts in foods are dependent, in part, on soil composition
C)Deficiencies are more difficult to recognize in children than in adults
D)The amount of all trace minerals in the average person totals approximately 100 grams
E)Deficiencies of trace minerals are virtually unknown, although toxicities are well documented.

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The amounts of trace minerals in foods are largely dependent on the soil in which the food is grown, as minerals are absorbed by plants from the soil.

Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of the Trace