Micronutrients - Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
What are minerals?
A
Naturally occurring elements.
2
Q
What are minerals used for?
A
Used for carrying out metabolic processes and to build or repair tissue.
3
Q
What are examples of minerals?
A
- Calcium
- Phosphorus
- Iron
- Oxygen
4
Q
Where are calcium and phosphorus found?
A
In bone.
5
Q
Where is iron found?
A
In blood.
6
Q
Where is oxygen found?
A
In hemoglobin.
