32. Which of the following elements in the human body isconsidered a toxic heavy metal, because it is not an essentialnutrient, and it causes harm even at the smallest doses?A. phosphorusВ. ironC. nitrogenD. leadE. calcium

Answer is option D )lead because they are potentially toxic

2. Which of the following elements in the human body is onsidered a toxic heavy metal, because it is not an essential utrient, and it causes harm even at the smallest doses? - phosphorus -. iron E. nitrogen . lead . calcium

2. Which of the following elements in the human body is onsidered a toxic heavy metal, because it is not an essential utrient, and it causes harm even at the smallest doses? - phosphorus -. iron E. nitrogen . lead . calcium

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32. Which of the following elements in the human body is
considered a toxic heavy metal, because it is not an essential
nutrient, and it causes harm even at the smallest doses?
A. phosphorus
В. iron
C. nitrogen
D. lead
E. calcium

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