Question

Biological importance of Na+ and K+

Answer 1

Role of Na+ and K+ in enzyme function. ... Metal complexation is a key mediator or modifier of enzyme structure and function. In addition to divalent and polyvalent metals, group IA metals Na+ and K+ play important and specific roles that assist function of biological macromolecules.

Answer 2

Potassium is important in heart function and in skeleton and muscle contraction. Biological Importance of Sodium : 1)Sodium ions are primarily found inside the human cells such as Nerve Cells. 2)They regulate the flow of water across the membrane. ... 5)Diets with low potassium leads to hypertension.