inorganic ions Flashcards

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what are inorganic ions

A

atoms or molecules with an electric charge containing no carbon

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2
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where do inorganic ions occur

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in solution in the cytoplasm and bodily fluids of oxygen ( their concentrations vary)

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3
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name 4 inorganic ions

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hydrogen, iron, sodium, phosphate

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4
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role of hydrogen ions

A

determine PH of bodily fluids

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5
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higher concentration of hydrogen ions means

A

lower PH

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6
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role of iron ions

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essential component of prosthetic group in haemoglobin (heme group)

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7
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role of sodium ions

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co-transport of glucose and amino acids across cell membranes

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role of phosphate ions

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essential components of RNA, DNA, and ATP

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