Anions - negatively charged Flashcards
1
Q
What is the chemical symbol of a nitrate ion?
A
NO_
3
2
Q
What is the role of nitrate ions in the body?
A
- Nitrogen supply to plants for amino acid and protein formation
3
Q
What is the chemical symbol of a hydrogen carbonate ion?
A
HCO-
3
4
Q
What is the role of a hydrogen carbonate ion in the body?
A
-maintenance of blood pH
5
Q
What is the chemical symbol of a chloride ion?
A
Cl-
6
Q
What is the role of a chlorine ion in the body?
A
-balance positive charge of sodium and potassium ions in cells
7
Q
What is the chemical symbol of a phosphate ion?
A
PO3-
4
8
Q
What is the role of a phosphate ion in the body?
A
-cell membrane formation
-nucleic acid and ATP formation, bone formation
9
Q
What is the chemical symbol of a hydroxide ion?
A
OH-
10
Q
What is the role of a hydroxide ion in the body?
A
- catalysis of reactions
- pH determination
