1. Edwin Medina
Comparative Science 3
Jennifer Sunday

2.  Zinc is a natural mineral
found in common foods
 Oysters are found to have
the highest amount of zinc
per serving.
 Zinc is mostly commonly
digested by eating red meat
and poultry.
 However, it is also found in
some seafood, cereal and
dairy products.

3.  Zinc is involved in numerous
aspects of the metabolism.
 It helps with the human
immune system, DNA
synthesis, and cells.
 It plays a vital role in growth
and developmental functions
in pregnant woman, children Immune System
and adolescents.
 It is required for proper
sense of taste and smell.
Growth and DNA
Development Synthesis

4.  A deficiency is Zinc may
cause :
◦ growth retardation
◦ loss of appetite
◦ impairment of immune
functions.
 In most severe cases,
zinc deficiency can
cause
◦ hair loss
◦ constant diarrhea
◦ weight loss
◦ delayed healing of wounds.

5.  Fluorine is mostly
ingested by humans
when they drink water.
 Some traces of it are
also found in foods such
as seafood, cheese and
Chinese tea.

6.  Humans benefit from
the intake of fluorine
because it helps with
oral health.
 Fluorine prevents tooth
decay and cavities and
strengths the enamel.
 Being that Fluorine is
beneficial to oral health,
it is not uncommon to
find it in toothpaste.

7.  If there is a deficiency
of fluorine during the
growing period, it will
result in dental caries
and tooth decay.
 If it is taken in excess,
it could affect the teeth
and bones.

8.  Fluorine is found in the bones, teeth, blood, skin , hair
and nails.
 It is essential to healing process.
 Zinc is found in the brain, genital organs, thyroid, liver
and kidneys.
 It is also vital in the healing process.
 The elements Zinc and Fluorine interact in the human
body to make a stronger and healthier individual.

9.  http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Zinc-HealthProfessional/
 http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-
supplements/ingredientmono-982-
ZINC.aspx?activeIngredientId=982&activeIngredientName=
ZINC
 http://www.preservearticles.com/201105317329/key-
notes-on-the-importance-of-fluorine-for-human-
body.html
 http://thomasdorsey.hubpages.com/hub/Fluoride-and-Its-
Effects-on-the-Human-Body