Which of the following is not a function of minerals in the body?
(a) to deliver messages from the brain through the nerve cells
(b) build new bone tissue
(c) with muscle functioning
(d) combat night blindness

The correct answer is option d.

Explanation:

Minerals assist in building new bone and healing bones such as calcium, copper, phosphorus, and zinc. Minerals also help to transmit messages by neurotransmitters a signal chemical through the nerve cells from the brain. In muscle, Magnesium helps in muscle contraction with the help of calcium ion. But Vitamin A is an essential component to fight with night blindness. the Pre-form vitamin can be used by the body to avoid night blindness.

Thus, the correct answer is option d.

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