Nutrients That an Organism Needs in Fairly Large Amounts Are

Question

Nutrients that an organism needs in fairly large amounts are referred to as
A) total nutrients.
B) essential nutrients.
C) macronutrients.
D) solid nutrients.
E) micronutrients.

Accepted Answer

Nutrients that an organism needs in fairly large amounts are referred to as macronutrients. Macronutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. These nutrients are needed in larger quantities to provide energy and other important functions in the body. Essential nutrients are those that are required for normal functioning but cannot be synthesized by the organism and must be obtained from the diet. Total nutrients and solid nutrients are not recognized scientific terms for categorizing nutrients. Micronutrients are nutrients that are needed in small amounts, such as vitamins and minerals.