Question

multiple choice question
an altered sense of taste and smell may be related to a ______ deficiency.
o zinc
o vitamin b - 12
o iron
o folate

Explanation:

Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a role in many physiological processes, including the function of taste and smell receptors. A deficiency in zinc can lead to altered taste and smell. Vitamin B - 12 deficiency is mainly associated with neurological and hematological problems, iron deficiency with anemia, and folate deficiency with neural - tube defects and anemia - related issues.

Answer:

A. zinc