Copper Zinc Ratio Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Copper Zinc Ratio (CZR) is:

\[ CZR = \frac{C}{Z} \]

Where:

\( CZR \) is the copper zinc ratio.
\( C \) is the total copper ingested.
\( Z \) is the total zinc ingested.

What is Copper Zinc Ratio?

The copper zinc ratio is a measure used to evaluate the balance between copper and zinc intake. It is important for maintaining optimal health, as both minerals play crucial roles in various bodily functions. An imbalance in this ratio can lead to health issues.

Example Calculation

Consider an example where:

Total Copper Ingested (C): 10 mg
Total Zinc Ingested (Z): 20 mg

Using the formula to calculate the Copper Zinc Ratio:

\[ CZR = \frac{10}{20} = 0.5 \]

This means that the copper zinc ratio for this example is 0.5.