Nutrition Concept Flashcards
1
Q
What are all living organisms made up of?
A
Cells
2
Q
What do metabolic activities require?
A
Require chemical energy which is stored in organic compounds made by autotrophic organisms during photosynthesis
3
Q
What are heterotrophs?
A
Organisms That rely on eating other organisms to get nutrients and energy to function. 
4
Q
When do cells use energy?
A
For metabolic activities during respiration when compounds are broken down to release energy
5
Q
How is energy transported around the body?
A
Animals eat plants and stores the compounds and energy which is absorbed into blood and transported to the cells of the body via the liver.
6
Q
What are the macro-nutrients?
A
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins
7
Q
What are the micro-nutrients?
A
Vitamins
Minerals
