UNIT 6 Minerals Introduction to Minerals Definition of Minerals Minerals are inorganic nutrients that are essential for various physiological functions in the human body. They play a vital role in maintaining health, supporting metabolic processes, and ensuring proper growth and development. Importance of Minerals in Human Nutrition Minerals are classified as macrominerals (major minerals) and microminerals (trace elements) based on the required amounts in the body. These nutrients are involved