Y10 Chemistry Of Food Flashcards

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What are carbohydrates?

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Fuel that makes all other reactions of life possible. They’re made up of sugars, some complex (starch, cellulose), and some simple (glucose).

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What are lipids?

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Fats and oils, which are the most efficient energy store in your body. Made of fatty acids and glycerol.

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What are proteins?

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Long chains of amino acids, and are used to build and rebuild cells, tissues, and enzymes of your body.

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