Nutrition

Question 0

Monosaccharides

Answer 0

• in its simplest form

- any class of sugar (ex. Glucose)

Question 1

Amino acids

Answer 1

• Subunit of protein

- 20 required by the body

Question 2

Polysaccharide

Answer 2

Can be broken down to give complex (long-lasting) energy

Question 3

Glucose

Answer 3

-sugar used for quick (simple) energy

C6H12O6

Question 4

Cellulose

Answer 4

• only carbohydrate that can NOT be digested

- keeps you “regular” and prevents colon and rectal cancer

Question 5

Amylose

Answer 5

-(starch) gives long lasting energy

Ex. Pasta, bread, rice, potato

Question 6

Carbohydrates

Answer 6

• # 1 source of energy = fxn

Question 7

Protein (fxn)

Answer 7

• fxn= builds structures (grow,repair)

- makes up enzymes

Question 8

Lipids

Answer 8

(Fat)-the body's most POWERFUL
 energy source
- Stores energy
- maintains homeostasis 
(Insulation, hormones)
-makes up cell membrane

Question 9

Unsaturated fat

Answer 9

-liquid at room temperature
Ex. Oils

• subunit ~ glycerol
• no double bonds