The Function Of Inorganic Salt

1. It is a structural component of cells.
Some inorganic salts are important components of certain complex compounds in cells.
Example: Mg2+ is an essential component of chlorophyll molecules; Fe2+ is the main component of hemoglobin; calcium carbonate is an important component in bones and teeth of animals and humans.
2. Participate in and maintain the metabolic activities of organisms.
Example: A certain amount of Ca2+ must be contained in the blood of mammals. If the content of calcium salts in the blood of an animal is too low, convulsions will occur. Ca2+ is also very important for blood coagulation, without Ca2+, blood cannot coagulate. The inorganic salt ions in the organism must maintain a certain ratio, which is very important for maintaining the osmotic pressure and acid-base balance of the cells, and is a necessary condition for the normal life activities of the organism. For example, HCO3- plays an important role in maintaining normal blood pH. Zn-containing enzymes are the most, and the activities of more than 70 enzymes are related to Zn. Co is an essential component of vitamin B12 and participates in the synthesis of nucleic acids.
3. Maintain the acid-base balance in the organism.
4. Maintain the osmotic pressure of the cells. It is especially important for plants to absorb nutrients.