Which of the following is a common misconception about minerals?

Minerals are only found in rocks

All minerals are harmful to health

Minerals can be both metals and non-metals

Minerals are only solid substances

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B. All minerals are harmful to health

Not all minerals are harmful; many are essential for health in trace amounts, which counters the misconception in the provided options.

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