How are the following ions of group 2 elements biologically important?
How are the following ions of group 2 elements biologically important?
i. Mg2+
ii. Ca2+
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i. Magnesium ion (Mg2+)
Mg2+ ions are important part of chlorophyll in green plants.
They play an important role in the breakage of glucose and fat molecules, synthesis of proteins with enzymes and regulation of cholesterol level.
ii. Calcium ion (Ca2+)
- Ca2+ ions are important for bones and teeth in the form of apatite [Ca3(PO4)2].
- They play an important role in blood clotting.
- Ca2+ ions are required for contraction and stretching of muscles.
- They are also required to maintain the regular beating of heart.
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