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1.8 Inorganic Ions Flashcards

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What affect do all ions have on a solution

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They affect the water potential

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Role of hydrogen ions

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Concentration determines pH of solution

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Role of iron ions

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Form haemoglobin, which binds/loads with oxygen

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Role of sodium ions

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Co-transport of glucose + amino-acids creating a concentration gradient

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Role of phosphate ions

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  • Phosphorylates other compoiunds making them more reactive
  • Joins nucleotides
  • Component of ATP and nucleotides
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