Why do i need CHNOPS?
Carbon is used to make cytoskeleton enzymes, hormones, and regulation of the body.
Hydrogen is part of almost every molecule in your body. It also helps you digest your food.
Nitrogen is found in organic molecules. The amino acid is an example of one. You need it to make DNA and proteins.
Oxygen makes up 65% of water. Water makes up 60% of our body weight. We need oxygen also to breathe.
Phosphorus is found in the molecule ATP which provides energy in cells to drive chemical reactions.
Sulfur is found in two amino acids that give proteins their shape.
5 months ago on December 20, 2011 at 11:21pm
