Multiple choice

A nutrient is

  1. a vitamin

  2. any food taken in by the cell

  3. any chemical required for growth

  4. not necessary for bacteria

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C Correct answer
Explanation

A nutrient is defined as any chemical substance that an organism must acquire from its environment to sustain life and support growth. This includes elements, ions, and complex molecules.

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