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macroelement /mac·ro·el·e·ment/ (-el´ĕ-ment) any of the macronutrients that are chemical elements. macroelement, a chemical element required in relatively large quantities for the normal physiologic processes of the body. Macroelements include carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, potassium, sodium, calcium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus, and sulfur. See also macronutrient. macroelement a chemical element which has a minimal daily requirement greater than 100 mg; calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, sodium and chloride are macroelements. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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