sci Flashcards

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Calcium?

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Builds bones/teeth; aids clotting

Calcium is essential for the structural development of bones and teeth and plays a crucial role in blood coagulation.

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Chloride play in the body?

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Balances blood volume/pressure

Chloride is important for maintaining osmotic pressure and electrolyte balance in the body.

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Magnesium?

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Aids muscles, nerves, heart; regulates pressure and sugar

Magnesium is vital for muscle function, nerve transmission, and maintaining normal heart rhythm.

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Potassium?

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Supports cells, heart, muscles

Potassium is crucial for cell function and is involved in maintaining normal heart rhythm and muscle contraction.

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Sodium in the body?

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Regulates fluids; aids nerves and muscles

Sodium is essential for fluid balance and is also important for nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.

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Bicarbonate maintain in the body?

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pH balance

Bicarbonate acts as a buffer to maintain the acid-base balance in the body.

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