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What is the mineral that is most likely to be deficient in the diet?

If we're talking about the American diet, then it's Calcium.


What is calciam?

Calcium is a mineral or substance that can strenghten your bones. It is most likely found in milk or most dairy products


Benefits of liquid calcium and magnesium?

All liquid supplements are more easily absorbed by the body, so liquid calcium would be more likely to be utilized by the body instead of just passing through as frequently happens with regular calcium supplements. In order for calcium to work, it needs magnesium, so liquid magnesium would also be better absorbed by the body so that it can be utilized optimally.


Which mineral is most likely to display effervescence when treated with dilute acid?

Calcite is the most likely mineral to display effervescence when treated with dilute acid. The acid reacts with the calcium carbonate in calcite, releasing carbon dioxide gas, which causes the mineral to bubble or fizz.


What mineral is colorless and bubbles with acid and often used in cement and lime?

The mineral is likely calcite, which is colorless and effervesces when exposed to acid due to its high calcium carbonate content. Calcite is commonly used in cement and lime production due to its presence of calcium, an essential component in these materials.


Is osteoporosis preventable or non-preventable?

If you eat a lot of calcium (milk and/or supplements) and engage in weight-bearing excercise (i.e. not swimming) throughout your life you will be less likely to get osteoporosis.


Name a place where aquifers are most likely to be contaminated?

An aquifer is most likely to be contaminated at its recharge zones. These are the areas in which water is directly infiltrated into the aquifer.


Where is clacium found?

In teeth and bones. You can consume it through dairy products. ADDED: Calcium, is the right spelling. You are not likely to find calcium outside of a laboratory. It is an element, metal and highly-reactive. Normally you find its compounds, of which the most common are Calcium Carbonate, the main constituent of chalk and limestone; and Calcium Phosphate, the bone and teeth mineral.


Does collagen tabs make you constipated?

Though I don't think it's common, but collagen tablets made from shark fins and other sea animals can increase the calcium content in the body which, in turn, can result in constipation. If you take calcium supplements and these collagen tablets it's more likely.


What are the Foods that are likely contaminated?

This is a BROAD category. Contaminated with what?? (For example, Tuna, etc... can be contaminated with mercury because of what they feed on... Some fruits and vegetables can be contaminated with pesticides...While, any foods can be contaminated with household chemicals, such as cleaners or bleach...)


Which minerals are use to make makeup?

Potassium supplements are useful for reducing blood pressure, in cases of persons with high blood pressure. The consumption of calcium supplements is likely to have some effect on reducing the risk for osteoporosis.


What is the word that means impure and likely to cause a disease?

The word you're referring to is "contaminated." Items or substances that are contaminated may harbor harmful bacteria or other pathogens that can cause illness or disease.