Biology - Nutrients Flashcards
1
Q
what are proteins made of?
A
Amino acids
2
Q
what are carbohydrates made of?
A
Simple sugar and starch.
3
Q
what are fats made of?
A
Glycerol and 3x fatty acids
4
Q
why are proteins needed?
A
Used for building up cells and tissues.
5
Q
why are carbohydrates needed?
A
Provide us with the fuel that makes all of the other reactions of life possible…
6
Q
why are fats needed?
A
Energy storage, Cell membranes, Hormones.
7
Q
what are some sources of proteins?
A
meat, fish, cheese.
8
Q
what are some sources of carbohydrates?
A
bread, potatoes, rice, pasta.
9
Q
what are some sources of fats?
A
oil, butter, cheese, cream, etc.
