The mineral necessary for the coagulation of blood is
A
Sodium
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B
Calcium
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C
Potassium
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D
Chlorine
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Solution
The correct option is B
Calcium
Some clotting enzymes in the blood require binding to calcium to carry out their functions effectively. Hence the availability of calcium is essential for effective clotting of blood.