Biochem - 3 - Minerals
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Biochem - 3 - Minerals
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Question:
Is absorption of minerals usually complete?
Answer:
Absorption is rarely complete. It is affected by other nutrients and compounds in the diet. Oxalates and phylates chelate divalent cations (for example, phytate from spinach prevents the absorption of iron). Transport and storage also require special proteins.