5 Questions
Which category of minerals is needed by the body in large amounts greater than 100 mg/day?
Macrominerals
Which mineral is needed for the formation of Hemoglobin?
Iron
Which mineral is a constituent of Vit-B12?
Cobalt
Where is calcium found as Ca phosphate in the body?
Bones and teeth
What percentage of ingested calcium will be absorbed from the upper part of the small intestine?
30%
Study Notes
Minerals and the Body
- The body requires macrominerals in amounts greater than 100 mg/day.
- Examples of macrominerals include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, and chloride.
Hemoglobin Formation
- Iron is necessary for the formation of hemoglobin.
- Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body's tissues.
Vitamin B12 Constitution
- Cobalt is a constituent of Vitamin B12.
- Vitamin B12 is essential for the production of red blood cells and nerve function.
Calcium in the Body
- Calcium is found as calcium phosphate in the bones and teeth.
- Calcium phosphate gives bones their rigidity and strength.
Calcium Absorption
- The upper part of the small intestine absorbs around 20-30% of ingested calcium.
Test your knowledge about the minerals found in the human body and their importance for vital functions. Learn about major minerals, trace minerals, and trace contaminants without known function.
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