II. Definition of Terms Flashcards
1
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– The process by which organisms obtain and utilize food for growth, maintenance, and reproduction.
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Nutrition
2
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– Substances in food that provide energy and support biological functions.
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Nutrients
3
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– The breakdown of food into smaller components for absorption.
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Digestion
4
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– The process of taking nutrients into the bloodstream or cells.
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Absorption
5
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– The biochemical processes that maintain life.
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Metabolism
6
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– The daily supply of feed provided to an animal.
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Ration
