Why are mineral salts important for our body? Explain with the example – InterviewSolution

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1.	Why are mineral salts important for our body? Explain with the examples of any four minerals.
Answer» Body requires a number of different minerals as calcium, potassium, sulphur, phosphorus, iodine, iron etc. Calcium and Phosphorus build strong bones and teeth. Iron helps to form hemoglobin. Calcium also helps in clotting of blood. In case of deficiency of calcium, bleeding following injuries does not stop fast. Iodine helps in the functioning of the thyroid gland. Minerals in general, activate the digestive system and maintain the normal functioning of blood and other liquids in the body.

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