6: Chemical Nutrients Flashcards
1
Q
potassium (K)
A
protein synthesis and membrane function
2
Q
sodium (Na)
A
cell transport
3
Q
calcium (Ca)
A
stabilizes cell well and bacterial endospores
4
Q
magnesium (Mg)
A
component of chlorophyll and stabilizes membranes and ribosomes
5
Q
iron (Fe)
A
component of cytochrome proteins of cellular respiration
6
Q
zinc (Zn)
A
regulatory element for eukaryotic genetics