Digestion Flashcards
1
Q
Lingual Lipase?
A
it is at the base of tongue to begin the digestion of lipids.
2
Q
What are enzymes?
A
a protein that is a catalyst or trigger for chemical reactions.
Amylase: acts on starch
Protease: acts on protein
Lipase: acts on lipid
3
Q
What is anabolism?
A
it builds body compounds and stores material
4
Q
What is catabolism?
A
the products of digestion that are broken down further for energy
5
Q
What is the Kreb Cycle?
A
citric acid cycle and it represents metabolism
6
Q
Overnutrition is _____?
A
positive energy balance
7
Q
Undernutrition is _____?
A
negative energy balance
