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Zinc

Zinc. By: Julia and Jess. Zinc is a transitional metal belonging to group 12 of the periodic table. As and “essential trace element "zinc has a substantial biological importance for plants and animals

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Zinc

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  1. Zinc By: Julia and Jess

  2. Zinc is a transitional metal belonging to group 12 of the periodic table. As and “essential trace element "zinc has a substantial biological importance for plants and animals • Zinc is responsible for a number of different functions in the human body and it helps simulate the activity of over a 100 enzymes. • Zinc is important for a healthy immune system, properly synthesizing DNA, promoting healthy growth during childhood, and healing wounds. What is zinc?

  3. Zinc comes from the Earths crust where it occurs naturally • It can also be mined in countries such as Europe, China, Australia, Peru and Canada • Zinc is found in in volcanic hosted sulphide deposits and Carbonate hosted deposits. What are sources?

  4. Zinc is a nutrient that people need to stay healthy • Zinc is found in cells throughout the body • It helps the immune system fight off invading bacteria and viruses • The body also needs zinc to make proteins and DNA, the genetic materials in all cells • During pregnancy, infancy, and childhood, the body needs zinc to grow and develop properly • Zinc also helps wounds heal and is important for proper senses and taste and smell. What it does?

  5. You body's growth, immune function and ability to recover from wounds rely on zinc • Even a mild zinc deficiency may lead to delayed growth in children or an impaired ability to fight infections. What happens if you don't get enough zinc?

  6. Zinc overdose can lead nausea, headache and fatigue. • Very high amounts of zinc is also been linked to low immune function, anemia and an increased possibility of urinary tract infections What happens if you get to much zinc?

  7. What is zincs atomic symbol? Zn Trivia

  8. Chewing gum • Pumpkin seeds • Chewing tobacco • Potato chips Pumpkin seeds Which of the following products enjoyed commonly by baseball players also contains high trace levels of zinc?

  9. Oysters • Veal liver • Dark chocolate • Toasted wheat germ Oysters Which of the following foods is ranked the highest in terms of zinc content?

  10. Golf clubs • Fishing rods • Tennis rackets • Pole-vault poles Golf clubs Zinc has also been used in the manufacture of which of the following types of sporting equipment?

  11. #1: Yogurt with Fresh Fruit and Shredded Coconut and Wheat Germ. With two sources of zinc (yogurt and wheat germ), this is the perfect, quick, zinc-filled breakfast or snack. Pair it with some orange juice or slices to help your body absorb the zinc • #2: Quick Oyster Stew. Most of us don't have oysters in our meal plans all that often, but if you don't have time to shuck your own, you can buy them in their liquor sans shells. This creamy, comforting stew is ready in 30 minutes and perfect for cool autumn evenings with some crusty bread and the salad of your choice Recipes

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