Which mineral is essential for healthy red blood cells and a deficiency might cause anemia?

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  1. lodine
  2. Chromium
  3. Iron 
  4. Magnesium

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Option 3 : Iron 
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The correct answer is Iron.Key Points

  • If iron levels are low haemoglobin is not synthesized in sufficient amounts and the oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells is reduced, resulting in anaemia.
  • Iron is a trace mineral that we need in small quantities every day
  • It is slightly water soluble and is a cation that exists in two states, +2 (ferrous) or +3 (ferric).
  • The great majority of iron used in the body is recycled from the continuous breakdown of red blood cells.

Additional Information 

  • Chromium: Chromium is a chemical element with the symbol Cr and atomic number 24. It is the first element in group 6.
  • Iodine: Iodine is a chemical element with the symbol I and atomic number 53.
  • Magnesium: Magnesium is a chemical element with the symbol Mg and atomic number 12
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