Chapter 8—The Minerals and Water: A Functional Approach. Minerals. Name the major minerals (1-7) and name the trace minerals (1-9).

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Minerals are inorganic elements that are essential for various body functions. They are categorized based on the amount required by the body. Major minerals (macrominerals) are needed in amounts greater than 100 milligrams per day, while trace minerals (microminerals) are needed in amounts less than 100 milligrams per day. The seven major minerals are: 1. Calcium, 2. Phosphorus, 3. Potassium, 4. Sulfur, 5. Sodium, 6. Chloride, and 7. Magnesium. The nine commonly recognized essential trace minerals are: 1. Iron, 2. Zinc, 3. Iodine, 4. Selenium, 5. Copper, 6. Manganese, 7. Fluoride, 8. Chromium, and 9. Molybdenum.