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Chapter 15 Digestion
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Calorie | the unit of energy that measures the amount of heat produce when a food is burned. (indicates the energy content of foods) |
| Protein | large molecule that is made of amino acids |
| Carbohydrates: | molecules that serve as the body’s major source of energy |
| Fat: (aka lipids) | provide energy and help the body absorb vitamins |
| Vitamin: | nutrients that are needed for growth, regulation of body functions, and prevention of some diseases. |
| Mineral: | inorganic nutrients that help the body regulate chemical reactions. |
| Mechanical Digestion: | food is physically broken (chewing, mashing) into smaller pieces. |
| Chemical Digestion | food is broken down through chemical reactions |
| Enzyme | proteins that help break down larger molecules into smaller ones and can change the rate of chemical reactions. |