ASH IN ANIMALS 



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The results in this table show that calcium and phosphorus are 

 present in the greatest amounts in the animal body. Although 

 the mineral constituents are found in small amounts in the animal 

 body, they are absolutely necessary for the health of the animal. 

 Potassium is present in larger amounts than sodium ; magnesium 

 is found in larger amounts than iron and sulphur ; iron and 

 sulphur seem to be present in about equal amounts except in 

 sheep, where iron predominates. 



