micronutrient
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of micronutrient
Vocabulary lists containing micronutrient
Nutrition - Introductory
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Nutrition - Middle School
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Nutrition - High School
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Example Sentences
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For $2.50, an expectant mother can receive micronutrient supplements that prevent stunting and lifelong cognitive damage in her child—returning nearly $100 of long-term benefits per child.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
Vitamin B12 is an essential micronutrient involved in several critical processes in the body, including red blood cell formation and normal nervous system function.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 30, 2026
These organisms rely on iron, a vital micronutrient, to grow and function.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 12, 2026
The largest gains would occur in countries already facing serious hunger and micronutrient deficiencies.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 4, 2026
Addressing micronutrient deficiencies is about more than overcoming malnutrition, it may also be a critical step in fighting the global scourge of antibiotic resistance.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 17, 2023
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