Inorganic Ions Flashcards
1
Q
Iron ions function
A
Haemoglobin binds with oxygen and transports it around the body to cells because oxygen is slightly negative and iron is positive
2
Q
Sodium ions function
A
Co-transport glucose and amino acids into cells
And creates sodium concentration/diffusing gradient
3
Q
Phosphate ions function
A
Joins nucleotides together in dna backbone
Used to produce atp
Phosphorylates other compounds making them more reactive
4
Q
Hydrogen ions
A
Make solutions more acidic
