Iron (as the iron(II) ion) is swiftly depleted from the body by
Select one:
a. heavy exercise.
b. inactivity.
c. blood loss.
d. weight loss.
Ans: C
Iron exists as an ion in the body. Iron (as Fe2+, ferrous ion) is a necessary trace element used by all known living organisms. Iron-containing enzymes participate in catalysis of oxidation reactions in biology, and in transport of a number of soluble gases. Iron is an essential constituent of hemoglobin, cytochrome, and other components of respiratory enzyme systems. Its chief functions are in the transport of oxygen to tissue (hemoglobin) and in cellular oxidation mechanisms.
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