The component that constitutes the largest percentage of body weight is A) protein B) H₂O C) Na⁺ D) carbohydrate E) phospholipid

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The option "H₂O" is the chemical formula for water, which makes up the largest percentage of body weight. Protein, carbohydrate, and phospholipid are all important components of the body, but they do not make up the largest percentage of body weight. Na⁺ is not a valid chemical formula.

The Component That Constitutes the Largest Percentage of Body Weight