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The body has to maintain a small percentage of copper. It is needed especially in the liver and muscles, as well as other parts of the body. A deficiency can lead to a drop in metabolism, high triglycerides, higher sensitivity to ultra-violet light, or depression. In contrast, an overdose of copper can be fatally toxic and copper consumption has been used to commit suicide.
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∙ 9y agoThe human body requires copper to keeps its immune system healthy.
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The human body doesn't contain rutherfordium.
Does the human body use nobelium?
The human body hasn't - fortunately - nobelium inside.
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