Part B - Understanding Minerals
There are seven major minerals. They are sodium, chloride,
potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and sulfur. They are
found in a wide variety of foods, and each has important metabolic
functions. You will sort descriptions for all but sulfur below.
Drag the appropriate items into their respective bins.
A deficiency of this
mineral may lead
to muscle weakness,
cramps, and an
irregular heartbeat.
A deficiency of this
mineral may lead
to muscle weakness,
cramps, and an
irregular heartbeat.
This mineral
participates in
digestion as part
of hydrochloric
acid in the
stomach.
Large intakes of this
nutrient in supplement
form may cause
diarrhea, cramps,
and nausea.
This mineral may
be found in
dairy products,
leafy greens, and
fish like salmon
or sardines.
This mineral helps
provide structure
for cell membranes,
and is part of the
backbone of DNA
and RNA.
The body stores
99 of this mineral
in the bones
and teeth.
Excess intake
may contribute
to hypertension
(high blood pressure)
in those sensitive
to this mineral.
Sodium
Chloride
Potassium
Calcium
Calcium
Magnesium