Elements of Life

Front

What element helps to build bones and teeth and aids in blood clotting?

Back

Calcium

Front

Which element makes up most of the mass/body weight of a living thing?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What is the most abundant element in a living thing?

Back

Hydrogen

Front

Which element is needed for red blood cells to carry oxygen?

Back

Iron

Front

What element makes up 78% of the earth's atmosphere but must be consumed by animals?

Back

Nitrogen

Front

What is the primary element found in organic compounds?

Back

Carbon

Front

Which element is essential for the formation of DNA and RNA?

Back

Phosphorus

Front

What element is crucial for muscle contraction and nerve function?

Back

Calcium

Front

Which element is a key component of proteins and enzymes?

Back

Nitrogen

Front

What element is commonly found in hemoglobin?

Back

Iron