Unit 8.1 Digestion (Vitamins/Nutrients) Flashcards
1
Q
What are vitamins?
A
ORGANIC molecules needed in small amounts
2
Q
3 characteristics of vitamins
A
Can be water soluble
Or
Can be fat soluble
Act as coenzymes and antioxidants
3
Q
What are minerals?
A
INORGANIC molecules needed in small amounts
4
Q
What are 3 things minerals are used for?
A
Bone formation
Enzyme cofactors
Acid base balance
5
Q
What are Essential Nutrients?
A
Nutrients that are CRITICAL for survival
6
Q
What are the 3 essential nutrients?
A
Carbs
Lipids (fat)
Proteins
7
Q
What are 3 functions of carbohydrates?
A
Energy
Storage
Structure
8
Q
What are carbohydrates found in? (Know at least 2)
A
Bread Corn Rice Potatoes Fruits
