Description

Ions are charged particles that play a crucial role in various physiological processes within the body, including nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction. They can be positively charged (cations) or negatively charged (anions) and are essential for maintaining homeostasis.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'iones' is a technical term used in clinical settings, and it is important to maintain a formal register. Common variants that may be encountered include colloquial terms like 'partículas cargadas', which should be avoided in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: Ions are essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system.

ES: Los iones son esenciales para el correcto funcionamiento del sistema nervioso.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'iones' with 'iones positivos' or 'iones negativos'; misinterpreting the term as a general reference to any particles; mixing up with similar-sounding terms like 'iones' and 'ionesis'.