6 Questions
Which substances are minerals?
Inorganic elements
What are the minerals required in mg or µg amounts called?
Trace minerals
What processes do minerals function in?
Nerve conduction and muscle contraction
Which minerals are required in the largest amounts by adults?
Macrominerals
What is the term for minerals required in amounts between 1 and 100 mg/day?
Microminerals
What kind of substances are minerals?
Inorganic substances
Study Notes
Mineral Substances
- Inorganic substances, meaning they are not derived from living organisms
- Naturally occurring, inorganic elements that have a specific chemical composition and a crystalline structure
Mineral Classification
- Minerals required in mg or µg amounts are called trace minerals or microminerals
- Minerals required in larger amounts (grams) are called macrominerals
Mineral Functions
- Minerals function in various bodily processes, including:
- Building and maintaining bones, teeth, and connective tissue
- Regulating body fluids and pH levels
- Maintaining healthy nerve function and muscle tone
- Supporting immune function and wound healing
Essential Minerals
- Minerals required in the largest amounts by adults include:
- Calcium
- Phosphorus
- Magnesium
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Chloride
Mineral Requirements
- The term for minerals required in amounts between 1 and 100 mg/day is microminerals
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