Question

Micronutrients can be classified based on the presence of ______ in their chemical structures. According to this classification system, vitamins are organic and minerals are inorganic.

Answer 1

The answer is Vitamins and minerals

Step-by-step explanation:

Nutrient molecules maintain/build human cells and tissue, power chemical reactions, and combat disease.

Micro nutrients can be divided into four categories:

• water-soluble vitamins
• fat-soluble vitamins
• macrominerals
• trace minerals.

Vitamins are organic compound which an organism requires but cannot synthesize by itself in the amount required.

Vitamins are organic compounds made by plants and animals which can be broken down by heat, acid or air. Where as, minerals are inorganic, found in soil or water and cannot be broken down.

Answer 2

Carbon

Step-by-step explanation:

Micronutrients include elements or groups needed by the body in order to survive. These elements or groups include vitamins and minerals. Micronutrients can be divided into four categories:

1. water-soluble vitamins

2. Fat-soluble vitamins

3. Macrominerals

4. Trace minerals