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Daily requirement of iron in man is_____________?

Correct answer: C. 10 mg

  • A. 1gm
  • B. 10 microgram
  • C. 10 mg
  • D. 20 mg

Explanation

An adult man generally needs about 10 mg of dietary iron daily, although only roughly 1 mg is absorbed to replace normal losses. The larger dietary amount accounts for incomplete absorption.

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