1.1: Ions Flashcards by meredith turner

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What is an inorganic ion?

A

an ion that has no more than one carbon atom.

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What is an organic ion?

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an ion that has a high proportion of carbon atoms.

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What are organic ions also known as?

A

Electrolytes.

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What are macronutrients?

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Nutrients needed in small amounts.

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What are micro-nutrients?

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Nutrients needed in minute amounts.

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What are the 4 macro-nutrients?

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Magnesium, iron, phosphate and calcium.

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What is magnesium used for in plants?

A

The production of chlorophyll.

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What is magnesium used for in animals?

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Bones.

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What is iron used for in animals?

A

Production of haemoglobin.

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What does a lack of iron cause?

A

Anaemia.

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What is phosphate used for?

A

The production of nucleotides.

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What is calcium used for in animals?

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Bones and teeth.

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What is calcium used for in plants?

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Strengthening the cell wall.

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