what happens if we lack certain amounts of elements in our body?
what are the effects?
2006-07-07 17:54:10 · 12 answers · asked by acidburn 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
weak bones, and failing organs.
2006-07-07 17:57:30 · answer #1 · answered by Emily! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not only is calcium a key ingredient in bones, it is an absolutely essential ingredient in many cellular processes. And of course iron is essential to oxygenation, being a key part of hemoglobin. Lacking either element, you're dead.
2006-07-08 01:18:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Low calcium results in lowered bone density (osteoporosis) and impaired muscle function. Low iron results in reduced hemoglobin and myglobin counts reducing the oxygen content in the blood and causing weakness (anemia).
2006-07-08 01:07:10 · answer #3 · answered by havaball4 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brittle bones, bad teeth, lack of energy and poor muscle tone I would imagine.
2006-07-08 01:00:02 · answer #4 · answered by Jill 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Besides bones quality, calcium is needed for the process of muscle contractions.
2006-07-08 00:58:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
this can lead to severe consequences like weakening of bones.
teeth upper covering called ENAMEL is damaged badly.
Bleeding starts from gums.U r tired easily and ur efficiency is greatly reduced.In older age this results in easy brokening of bone.
2006-07-08 01:39:18 · answer #6 · answered by Divya Prakash 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lack of calcium makes ur bones very brittle and deficiency of iron makes u anaemic
2006-07-08 01:01:06 · answer #7 · answered by msradiant 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
poor bones and always weak..mean the ir0n thingy...
u always feel weak
consult the d0ctor..
2006-07-08 01:00:44 · answer #8 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
bones weaken and organs start shutting down
2006-07-14 11:07:18 · answer #9 · answered by shiara_blade 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you deplete all your electrolytes your heart stops, then death can occur.
2006-07-08 01:00:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋