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
2
Q
Na+
A
Sodium
Membrane potentials, water balance
3
Q
K+
A
Potassium
Membrane potentials
4
Q
H+
A
Hydrogen
Acid-base balance
5
Q
OH-
A
Hydroxide
Acid-base balance
6
Q
Cl-
A
Chloride
Water balance
7
Q
HCO3
A
Bicarbonate
Acid-base balance
8
Q
NH4+
A
Ammonium
Acid-base balance
9
Q
PO4^3-
A
Phosphate
Part of bones and teeth
Functions in energy exchange
Acid-base balance
10
Q
Fe^2+
A
Iron
Red blood cell formation
11
Q
Mg^2+
A
Magnesium
Necessary for enzymes
12
Q
I^-
A
Iodide
Present in thyroid hormones