There are nine essential microminerals, which are required in trace amounts in our body. They are iron, zinc, molybdenum, iodide, manganese,... View Article
No, phosphorus is not a trace mineral. It is required in large amounts. Phosphorus is required for the formation of bones and teeth. Phosphorus... View Article
No, sodium is not a trace mineral, it is required in large amounts hence is a major mineral. Sodium is required for electrolyte balance, muscle... View Article
No, magnesium is a major mineral and is required in large amounts. Other major minerals are calcium, sodium, potassium, phosphorus, sulphur and... View Article
No, potassium is a major mineral and is required in large amounts. Other major minerals are calcium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorus, sulphur and... View Article
Trace minerals are required in very small amounts. Examples of trace minerals are iron, zinc, molybdenum, iodide, manganese, copper, chromium,... View Article
Major minerals or macrominerals are required in larger amounts, i.e. 100 mg or more per day, whereas trace minerals are required in lesser... View Article
Minerals are essential to perform various physiological functions. Macrominerals are required in large quantities (100 mg/day) such as Ca, P, Na,... View Article
Minerals are essential to perform various functions in our body such as muscle contraction, nerve transmission, required for the functioning of... View Article
Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the body so they are more toxic if present in large quantities than water-soluble vitamins, which are excreted... View Article
Consuming excessive amounts of vitamins for a longer period of time may be toxic and can cause various symptoms such as nausea, constipation,... View Article
Vitamins and minerals are known as micronutrients because they are required in a trace amount. They are required in less amount but perform... View Article
Macronutrients are required in large amounts by plants for growth and development. Therefore, they are present in large amounts, i.e. more than... View Article
Vitamin B and C are water soluble vitamins. They are not stored in the body (except vitamin B12). They are readily excreted out so have to be... View Article
Vitamins A, D, E and K are fat soluble and are insoluble in water. They are stored in liver and adipose tissues. Vitamin B and C are water... View Article
Pollen bank is a type of ex-situ conservation. Pollens are preserved by cryopreservation for a longer period. Preserved pollens are viable and... View Article
Botanical gardens are ex-situ or off-site conservation of flora. Plants are kept in a special setting to provide protection. In in-situ... View Article
Yes, biosphere reserves such as wildlife sanctuaries and national parks are in-situ conservation of biodiversity. Biodiversity-rich regions are... View Article
