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The most well-known biogenic d-elements

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Zn, Cu, Fe, Mn, Co, Mo

Step-by-step explanation:

Biogenic elements are chemical elements constantly present in organisms and having definite biological significance(Bowen, 1966).

There are many of these biogenic elements in nature. Among the elements of the d-block, Zn, Cu, Fe, Mn, Co, Mo are worthy of mention among others.

Free ions of d- block metals are not found in the body. The elements are present in the form of bioinorganic complexes of the respective metals. They commonly exist as co-factors of proteins that carry out essential biological functions.

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