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Biology Vocabulary
Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Molecule | A group of atoms bonded together |
| Organic | A compound containing carbon made by living things |
| Nutrient | Substance required by your body for energy, growth, repair and maintenance |
| Protein | Used to build and repair the body;found in nuts, meat and milk |
| Lipids | Used for long term energy, as know as fat |
| Carbohydrates | Used for short term energy; found in pasta, bread and vegetables |
| Enzyme | A protein that speeds up a chemical reaction |
| Substrate | The substance an enzyme works on |
| Pepsin | An enzyme that works in saliva that breaks down protein |
| Amylase | An enzyme found in saliva that breaks down carbohydrates (starch) |
| Calorie | The united to measure food energy |
| Vitamins | Found in small amounts in foods, play role in metabolism |
| Minerals | Inorganic substances not made by living things |
| Body Mass Index | Weight in pounds/height in inches X 703 (Healthy adult DMI=18.5 to 25.0) |
| Nutrition Fact Label | Found on the outside of food packages listing ingredients and calories |