This document discusses trace elements in geology, biochemistry, and human nutrition. It defines trace elements as chemical elements found in very small concentrations, and outlines several that are essential for human health, including iron, copper, cobalt, iodine, manganese, zinc, chromium, molybdenum and selenium. The document provides details on the physiological functions of each element, symptoms of deficiency and excess, as well as good dietary sources. It concludes with recommended daily intake levels and reference doses for several important trace elements.