Essential elements
Last revised by Daniel J Bell on 30 Dec 2018
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Bell D, Essential elements. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 28 Mar 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-65234
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30 Dec 2018,
Daniel J Bell ◉
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30 Dec 2018,
Daniel J Bell ◉
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- Essential elements (bulk)
The essential elements are chemical elements which are essential for optimal physical and mental well being, and required in bulk (cf. trace elements) quantities in a normal human diet. The elements are:
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chemical elements
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non-essential elements
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