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11 Cards in this Set
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What are the two boron-containing compounds?
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boric acid and borax
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Which is the main form found in plasma
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boric acid
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What are the functions of boron?
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may be involved i:
mineral metabolism membrane function reproduction and development brain function hormone regulation |
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Which nutrients does boron have a positive interaction on?
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magnesium, calcium, copper, phosphorus, vitamin D
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What are the richest sources of dietary boron?
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Leafy vegetables
avocado non-citrus fruits nuts legumes |
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Where is vanadium distributed and stored?
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very little is found in the body. It tenaciously binds to phosphate, and therefore found in bone
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What are the primary functions of vanadium?
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lowering of cholesterol
lowering of glucose levels bone growth contraction of blood vessels |
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What are the richest sources of dietary vanadium?
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shellfish is a rich source
spinach, parsley, mushrooms, and oysters contain relatively high amounts |
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How is Molybdenum transported?
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by molybdite and may be bound yo albumin
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What are the primary functions of Molybdenum?
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it is a co-factor in a number of enzymatic reactions in the carbon, nitrogen, and sulphur cycles.
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List some nutritional sources of Molybdenum
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legumes are the richest source, grain products and nuts are good sources, animal products and fruits
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