inorganic ions Flashcards
1
Q
what is an ion?
A
an atom that has an electrical charge
2
Q
what is an inorganic ion?
A
an ion that does not contain carbon
3
Q
why are inorganic ions important?
A
they play an important role in essential cellular processes
4
Q
name the 6 inorganic cations
A
- hydrogen
- potassium
- sodium
- calcium
- iron
- ammonium
5
Q
name the 5 inorganic anions
A
- nitrate
- hydrogen carbonate
- chloride
- phosphate
- hydroxide
6
Q
what inorganic ions are used for nerve impulse transmissions?
A
calcium, sodium and potassium
7
Q
which inorganic ion can bind to oxygen?
A
iron
8
Q
which inorganic ions determine pH?
A
hydrogen and hydroxide
9
Q
why is ammonium important?
A
it produces nitrates
10
Q
why is nitrate important?
A
forms proteins and amino acids
11
Q
what can chloride transport?
A
CO2 in the blood
12
Q
which inorganic ion forms bone?
A
phosphate
13
Q
whatis the role of hydrogen carbonate?
A
maintain blood pH
