Inorganic Ions Flashcards
1
Q
What do H+ ions do?
A
Determine the ph of the solution and ensure the functioning of the enzyme
2
Q
What do Fe2+ ions do?
A
Found in haemoglobin where they transport oxygen around the body in the blood
3
Q
What do phosphate ions do po4- ?
A
Structural role in DNA and store energy in ATP molecules
4
Q
What do sodium ions do Na+?
A
Transport glucose and amino acids across the plasma membranes
