Campbell Biology, Books a la Carte Plus Mastering Biology with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package (11th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134454665
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 41.1, Problem 2CC
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To explain: Why vitamins are required only in a very small amount.
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Vitamins are organic molecules and essential nutrient for an organism. Amino acids, vitamins, fatty acids, and minerals are essential nutrients for an organism to perform biological functions. Vitamins are required in a small quantity.
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