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Ch. 2 - The Chemical Context of Life
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Chapter 2, Problem 1

In the term trace element, the adjective trace means that a. the element is required in very small amounts. b. the element can be used as a label to trace atoms through an organism's metabolism. c. the element is very rare on Earth. d. the element enhances health but is not essential for the organism's long-term survival.

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Hello, everyone here. We have a question asking us to select the correct term for elements that are rarely found on Earth A trace elements. The noble elements see limited elements, or D. Transition elements. And as the name implies, a trace elements, or elements that are rarely found on Earth. Thank you for watching. Bye.
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