BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

VITAMINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
calcium is included in which category of nutrients
A
protein
B
vitamins
C
minerals
D
all of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Calcium is a mineral most often associated with healthy bones and teeth, although it also plays an important role in blood clotting, helping muscles to contract, and regulating normal heart rhythms and nerve functions.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are two kinds of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals. You need larger amounts of macrominerals. They include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride and sulfur.

Detailed explanation-3: -As with vitamins, a healthy balanced diet should provide all the minerals your body needs to work properly. Essential minerals include calcium, iron and potassium.

Detailed explanation-4: -Calcium is an alkaline Earth mineral. It is naturally found in bones, teeth, shells, rocks, and minerals. Calcium carbonate is a naturally occurring compound that is the basis for limestone, marble, and chalk. Stalagmites and stalactites in caves form from calcium carbonate precipitating out of solution.

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