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iron can not be storde or transported in its free form because is toxic. so it stored inside of cells as ferritin and hemosiderin
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How is iron stores and transported in the body?
Iron taken in excess is stored in two forms ferritin and hemosiderin. Iron that is not used for erythropoiesis is stored in the mononuclear phagocytic system (MPS) or the reticloendothelial (RE) cells of the bone marrow, liver, and spleen. The body transports iron in hemoglobin which is the substance in the red blood cells which binds to oxygen to transport to the whole body.
In plasma iron is transported bound to what?
Transferrin
What is the significance of iron in human body?
Iron is part of the haemoglobin molecule. Oxygen binds with iron to be transported around the body.
Is iron ore transported by boat?
It can be, if access to waterways is inexpensive.
What bond is iron and iron?
It's the Metallic Bonding .The iron atoms form (+ve)ions that are surrounded by a sea of mobile (delocalised) free valence electrons.
What is free carbon in cast iron?
Free carbon in cast iron refers to carbon that exists in its elemental form within the iron matrix. It appears as graphite flakes or nodules, contributing to the material's unique properties, such as high fluidity during casting and improved machinability. This free carbon distinguishes cast iron from other metals.
Where ferritin is produced in body?
Ferritin is produced in nearly every cell in the body. Ferritin is a large protein that stores up to 4,500 iron atoms in its core. Iron has to be stored because we only absorb 10% of iron from our food meaning it is difficult to obtain and iron tends to participate in harmful free radical forming chemical reactions. Iron also cannot exist in the body by itself. Each atom has to be attached to a protein or small molecule (chelator) at all times or it will precipitate out of solution and will form rust in the body somewhat similar to the form it exists when it is stored in ferritin. Thus the need for ferritin to be produced by nearly all cells in the body, so there can be a reserve of iron in the body to supply the much needed iron and remove excess iron that could be harmful.
Are there any problems with excess stored iron in the body?
It has been theorized that excess stored iron can lead to atherosclerosis and ischemic heart disease.
How does the iron ore get mined and transported to the steel mill?
The iron ore around here gets strip mined, loaded into rail cars, taken to the dock where it is loaded onto iron ore ships, and transported to the steel mills via the Great Lakes.
Are both zinc and iron transported in the blood by a fat carrier?
No. Its by a protein carrier.
Where does the iron on the body go?
In the human body iron is stored in the red blood vessels.
What happens when a block of iron is transported to the moon?
the mass sremains the same, but the weight decreases
