Inorganic ions Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
what are the 4 important ions
A
- hydrogen ions
- iron ions
- sodium ions
- phosphate ions
2
Q
why are hydrogen ions important
A
- déterminé the pH of substances (blood)
- higher concentration of H+ ions = lower the pH
3
Q
why are iron ions important
A
component of haemogloblin which carries oxygen in red blood cells
4
Q
why are sodium ions important
A
involved in co transport of glucose and amino acids
5
Q
why are phosphate ions important
A
component of DNA and ATP
