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Definition of Micronutrients
1. micronutrient [n] - See also: micronutrient
Medical Definition of Micronutrients
1. Essential dietary elements required only in small quantities. They are present in the body in amounts less than .005% of body weight. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Micronutrients
Literary usage of Micronutrients
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Reviews in Environmental Health (1998): Toxicological Defense Mechanics edited by Gary E. R. Hook, George W. Lucier (2000)
"We have chosen to separate the effect of micronutrients on toxic metals into
three classes: interaction between essential micronutrients and toxic metals ..."
2. Flue-Cured Tobacco: The Complete Handbook by DIANE Publishing Company (1994)
"Minor Nutrients (micronutrients) The soil test report for tobacco will show a $
symbol in the "Suggested Treatment" block for copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn), ..."
3. Can Food-based Strategies Help Reduce Vitamin A and Iron Deficiencies?: A by Marie T. Ruel (2001)
"... Chapter 4 Strategies to Increase the Unavailability of micronutrients, with
Emphasis on Nonheme Iron "V ..."
4. Nutrient Composition of Rations for Short-term, High-intensity Combat Operations by Fnb, Institute of Medicine (U. S.), High-stress Situations, Committee on Military Nutrition Research, National Academy of Sciences (2005)
"micronutrients Electrolytes may be supplemented as candy, gels, ... It is assumed
that all other required micronutrients, however, are provided within the ..."
5. Sustainable Agriculture in Print: Current Books edited by Barry Leonard (1997)
"... foliar spray fertilization is the most efficient and economical way to apply
micronutrients; fertility management is essential to insect control. ..."
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