trace elements
[/treɪs ˈɛləmənts/]
nounpl: trace elements
elementos traço
1. Chemical elements required by organisms in very small amounts for proper physiological functioning, typically less than 0.01% by weight
Zinc, copper, and iron are important trace elements for human health.
Zinco, cobre e ferro são elementos traço importantes para a saúde humana.
2. Minerals found in soil and water in minute quantities that are essential for plant and animal nutrition
The soil was analyzed for trace elements to determine its fertility.
O solo foi analisado quanto aos elementos traço para determinar sua fertilidade.
3. Micronutrients essential for enzyme function, hormone production, and metabolic processes
Trace elements play a crucial role in maintaining a balanced diet.
Os elementos traço desempenham um papel crucial na manutenção de uma dieta equilibrada.
Trace elements are highly valued in both Brazilian and American health and nutrition discourse. In Brazil, awareness of trace element deficiencies has grown with increased focus on preventive medicine and balanced nutrition. In the USA, trace element supplementation is a significant part of the nutritional supplement industry. The term is widely used in agricultural science in both countries to discuss soil quality and crop nutrition.
Related Idioms & Phrases
trace elements deficiency syndrome
trace element supplementation
trace element bioavailability
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