Important Ions In The Human Body Flashcards

1
Q

Ca2+

A

Calcium

Parts of bones and teeth
Functions in blood clotting
Muscle contraction
Release of neurotransmitters

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2
Q

Na+

A

Sodium

Membrane potentials, water balance

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3
Q

K+

A

Potassium

Membrane potentials

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4
Q

H+

A

Hydrogen

Acid-base balance

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5
Q

OH-

A

Hydroxide

Acid-base balance

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6
Q

Cl-

A

Chloride

Water balance

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7
Q

HCO3

A

Bicarbonate

Acid-base balance

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8
Q

NH4+

A

Ammonium

Acid-base balance

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9
Q

PO4^3-

A

Phosphate

Part of bones and teeth
Functions in energy exchange
Acid-base balance

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10
Q

Fe^2+

A

Iron

Red blood cell formation

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11
Q

Mg^2+

A

Magnesium

Necessary for enzymes

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12
Q

I^-

A

Iodide

Present in thyroid hormones

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