Zinc is usually found in this valence state: ________ 2-4. Important Functions of Zinc:1.2.3. 5-9: Essential cofactor to more enzymes than all other trace minerals combined! (over 70 and maybe up to 200), including:C__________ a__________A___________ p______________A__________ d________________C__________-peptidaseEnzymes for D_ _ and R_ _ synthesis and activities 10. Besides carrier mediated absorption, how else can zinc be absorbed?By passive diffusion or __________________ absorption - esp. at high intakes An important zinc storage protein is___________________________ , which also binds copper Excess zinc can lead to a deficiency of _______________________. 13-15. Three excellent food sources of zinc:***16-18: Zinc absorption is highly dependent upon the intestinal "environment." List 3 inhibitors of zinc absorption and give an example of where each might be found:Inhibitors Food the inhibitor might be found in ________. A. B.C. 19-21. Describe 3 ways to enhance the zinc bioavailability from plant food sources:i)ii)iii) 22. The UL for zinc is ________ mg 23. The biochemical test for a mild zinc deficiency is _________________________________________ 24. A decreased appetite is a sign of a zinc deficiency / toxicity. 25. The genetic disorder causing defective zinc absorption and transport is ________. A E .__________________