Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
what are minerals
A
inorganic substances that contribute to homeostasis
2
Q
sodium
A
Na (salt) a mineral commonly found in our diet and is known as an electrolyte becasue its a positively charged moleculle.
3
Q
sodium chloride
A
NaCl can lead to higher loss of water
4
Q
calcium
A
Ca most abundant mineral in the body.
5
Q
where is calcium found
A
bones. teeth, and helps prevent osteoporosis
6
Q
osteoporesis
A
a disease wheer bones weakn and become brittle with age.
7
Q
irobn
A
red blood cell productions
8
Q
what does lack of iron production cause
A
osteoporosis
9
Q
electrolytes
A
basically, help speed up chemical reactions
