Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
how are the elements contained in the body received
A
from food as minerals
2
Q
how many minerals do we need
A
a lot of some and a little of others
3
Q
how much calcium do we need (approximate mass of adult body)
A
1000 grams
4
Q
how much phosphorus do we need (approximate mass of adult body)
A
650 grams
5
Q
how much sodium do we need (approximate mass of adult body)
A
100 grams
6
Q
how much chlorine do we need (approximate mass of adult body)
A
100 grams
7
Q
how much magnesium do we need (approximate mass of adult body)
A
30 grams
8
Q
how much iron do we need (approximate mass of adult body)
A
3 grams
