Intro Mineral/Nutrient

Question 1

Mineral (as a nutrient)

Answer 1

chemical element required as an essential nutrient by organisms to perform functions necessary for life

Question 2

What are the 5 major minerals in the human body?

Answer 2

1) Ca
2) Phosphorous
3) Potassium
4) Sodium
5) Magnesium

Question 3

Trace elements

Answer 3

Specific biochemical function in the human body, includes S, Fe, Cl, Co, Cu, Zn, Mn, molybdenum, I, and Se

Question 4

Mineral Basics

Answer 4

1) Minerals are from the earth and cannot be synthesized by living organisms
2) Plants get minerals from the soil
3) Most of the minerals in a human diet obtained via intake of plants, animals, and water