micronutrient

Meanings

• Noun

  A nutrient required in small amounts by the body for normal growth, metabolism, and other functions.

  - "Vitamin C is a micronutrient essential for the growth, development and repair of all body tissues."
  - "Iron is an essential micronutrient for the production of hemoglobin in the blood."

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Antonyms

macronutrient

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Synonyms

micromineral , trace element

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Variants

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micronutrient , micronutrients

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Etymology

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From the terms micro- (small) and nutrient.

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Trivia

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1. There are 13 essential vitamins and 16 essential minerals that are considered micronutrients.

2. Micronutrients play a crucial role in various bodily functions, including energy production, immune function, and bone health.

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Related Concepts

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1. Macronutrient: A nutrient required in larger amounts by the body, including proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.

2. Mineral: A micronutrient that is an inorganic substance essential for the body.

3. Vitamin: A micronutrient that is an organic compound essential for the body.

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Culture

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Micronutrients have gained significant attention in recent times due to their role in maintaining optimal health and preventing chronic diseases.

How to Memorize "micronutrient"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small nutrient as a micronutrient.

2. associate
   

   - Associate micronutrient with the word 'essential'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Micronutrients are tiny but mighty' to remember the definition.

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