Carbohydrates, Fats/lipids, Protein Flashcards
1
Q
Carbohydrates
A
-can be simple sugars(glucose)
or chains of sugar(starch)
-needed for energy
-broken down by carbohydrase/amylase
2
Q
Fats/lipids
A
-made of one glycerol
molecule and 3 fatty acids
-broken down by lipase in intestines
-needed for energy/insulation
3
Q
Protein
A
-made of chains of amino acids -needed for growth and repair -broken down by protease in stomach (acidic)