Molybdenum

Question 1

is it a trace element, vitamin, or mineral? Molybdenum

Answer 1

trace element

Question 2

what are its four functions? Molybdenum

Answer 2

co factor, nitrogen fixation for bacteria, helps make uric acid (urine), sulfur metabolism

Question 3

whats the enzyme associated with its function in sulfur metabolism? Molybdenum

Answer 3

sulfite oxidase

Question 4

what are the four results of its interactions with Copper? Molybdenum

Answer 4

high levels produce Cu deficiency anemia in cattle, inhibits angiogenesis (blood vessel growth), caner therapy, can stop macular degeneration

Question 5

at what level is it toxic? Molybdenum

Answer 5

excess > 10 mg/d

Question 6

what are the toxicity symptoms? Molybdenum

Answer 6

gout (deposit crystals of uric acid)

Question 7

what are the three main food sources? Molybdenum

Answer 7

legumes, grains, nuts

Question 8

how many enzymes is it a co factor to? Molybdenum

Answer 8

50