WATER & MINERAL METABOLISM

7. A genetic disorder causing excessive iron absorption.
9. A deficiency of this mineral can lead to muscle weakness and heart issues.
11. A mineral involved in insulin action and glucose tolerance.
12. A mineral can cause liver damage and gastrointestinal distress.
14. The most abundant cation inside cells, and is important for fluid balance and nerve function. Also known as busy bee.
16. These minerals have electrical charges and can be dissolved in water.
19. A mineral involved in bone deformities and carbohydrate metabolism.
20. A mineral important for muscle function and protein synthesis and also protection against heart disease.

1. A building block for essential proteins and vitamins like biotin and thiamin, and the hormone insulin.
2. It plays a vital role in nerve impulse transmission and is a major cation inside cells. Also important for fluid balance and nerve function.
3. A substance essential for life, composing a significant part of the human body.
4. A mineral involved in enzyme function and can cause nausea, vomiting, and copper deficiency in excess.
5. A mineral that strengthens tooth enamel and bones.
6. A mineral essential for thyroid hormone production.
8. A major anion found outside the cells, essential for fluid balance.
10. A mineral that can cause anemia if deficient.
13. A mineral involved in energy transfer, formation of the cell membrane, and pH regulation.
15. Inorganic substances are needed by the body but can’t be produced on their own.
17. Taking this to much can lead to growth deficiency
18. Regulation The process of regulating water and nutrient movement in and out of cells.