Biology 2.1.2 Inorganic Ions Flashcards

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Calcium ions
Ca2+

A
  • Nerve impulse transmission
  • Muscle contraction
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Sodium ions
Na+

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  • Nerve impule transmission
  • Kidney function
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Potassium ions
K+

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  • Nerve impulse transmission
  • Stomata opening
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Hydrogen ions
H+

A
  • Catalysis of reactions
  • pH determination
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Ammonium ions

NH4+

A
  • Production of nitrate ions by bacteria
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Nitrate ions
NO3-

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  • Nitrogen supply for plants for amino acid and protein formation
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Chloride ions
Cl-

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  • Balance positive charge of sodium and potassium ions in cells
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Hydrogen carbonate ions
HCO3-

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  • Maintenance of blood pH
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Phosphate ions
PO4 3-

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  • Cell membrane formation
  • Nucleic acid and ATP formation
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Hydroxide ions
OH-

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  • Catalysis of reactions
  • pH determination
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