Mineral and Water Function Essay Help

Content and Development (42 points)

Points Earned: / 42

Length: 350 to 700 words

Additional Comments:

All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way.

·       Explains the functions and sources of minerals

·       Explains the function of water in the body

·       Explains the general effect of dehydration on the body

·       Identifies ways to prevent dehydration

Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive.

·       The summary develops a central theme or idea directed toward the appropriate audience.

·       The summary is the appropriate words in length.

·       Major points are stated clearly, organized logically, and supported by specific details, examples, or analysis.

·       Introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

·       Conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the summary, and reviews the major points.

Readability and Style (14 points)

Points Earned: / 14

Paragraph transitions are present, logical, and maintain the flow throughout the paper.

Additional Comments:

The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.

Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.

Sentences are well constructed, strong, and varied.

Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought.

Mechanics (14 points)

Points Earned: / 14

Formatting is consistent with APA guidelines (including headings, title page, and reference page) and meets course-level requirements (outlined at the Center for Writing Excellence).

Additional Comments:

Intellectual property is recognized with in-text citations and a reference page.

Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.

Spelling is correct.

Total (70 points)

Points Earned: / 70