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Which biomolecule is primarily made of amino acids and regulates chemical reactions in cells?
Which biomolecule is primarily made of amino acids and regulates chemical reactions in cells?
What is the primary function of vitamins in the body?
What is the primary function of vitamins in the body?
Which macronutrient serves as a major energy source and is made up of sugars?
Which macronutrient serves as a major energy source and is made up of sugars?
What is the role of calcium in the body?
What is the role of calcium in the body?
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How is water essential for maintaining homeostasis?
How is water essential for maintaining homeostasis?
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What type of fiber is described as indigestible and cleanses the digestive system?
What type of fiber is described as indigestible and cleanses the digestive system?
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Why is vitamin D important for bone health?
Why is vitamin D important for bone health?
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Why is it essential to consume a variety of foods?
Why is it essential to consume a variety of foods?
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What role does saliva play in digestion?
What role does saliva play in digestion?
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What is the primary function of the small intestine?
What is the primary function of the small intestine?
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Which structure in the gastrointestinal system is responsible for sealing the trachea during swallowing?
Which structure in the gastrointestinal system is responsible for sealing the trachea during swallowing?
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What is the purpose of microvilli on the plasma membrane of intestinal cells?
What is the purpose of microvilli on the plasma membrane of intestinal cells?
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What vitamins are produced by bacteria in the large intestine?
What vitamins are produced by bacteria in the large intestine?
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What connects muscles to bones in the human body?
What connects muscles to bones in the human body?
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Study Notes
Nutrients
- Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) support growth and bodily function and aid in daily functions.
- Macronutrients (large organic molecules) are the building blocks for cell structures and provide energy.
- Three main biomolecules are carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
Water
- Water is essential for all cellular activities and maintaining homeostasis, including blood pressure, waste elimination, and temperature regulation.
- Humans can survive for only a few days without water.
- Water loss occurs through sweat, urine, and feces.
- Individuals need approximately 12 cups of water daily to replace lost fluids.
Recap
- Four main biomolecules essential for life are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Proteins
- Proteins are made of amino acids.
- Proteins regulate chemical reactions in cells and make up the structural parts of cells.
- Protein-rich foods provide all the essential amino acids.
Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates are made of sugars, such as glucose and starches.
- Carbohydrates serve as a food source.
- Plant cell walls (cellulose) are made of carbohydrates.
Lipids
- Lipids are made of glycerol and fatty acids.
- Lipids are good energy sources.
- Lipids insulate the body and make up cell membranes.
Nucleic Acids
- Nucleic acids are made of nucleotides.
- DNA is a type of nucleic acid.
Vitamins, Minerals, and Dietary Fibers
- Vitamins are coenzymes that regulate chemical pathways.
- Minerals are important for bone and tooth development, muscle contraction, nerve impulses, and fluid balance.
- Dietary fiber is an indigestible carbohydrate that cleanses the digestive system.
Vitamins
- Vitamins are small, organic micronutrients.
- Vitamins help regulate chemical pathways.
- Vitamin C, D, B12, E, K, A, and Folic acid are essential vitamins that help with bodily function.
Minerals
- More than 20 minerals are necessary for human health.
- Calcium is the most abundant mineral, stored in bones.
- Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption and bone health.
Recap (Foods)
- Eating a variety of foods gives the body all the nutrients it needs for daily life.
- Eating the same food over and over can cause overeating leading to insufficient intake of essential nutrients.
- A variety of foods provides the body with all the energy it needs while ensuring complete nutritions.
The Digestive System
- The digestive system absorbs nutrients, processes food, and eliminates waste.
- Digestion begins with ingestion.
- Digestion is the chemical breakdown of food.
The Digestive System (parts)
- The digestive tract consists of the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and anus.
- Salivary glands release saliva, which helps to digest carbohydrates.
- The stomach produces acid and enzymes to digest proteins.
- The small intestine absorbs nutrients.
- The large intestine absorbs water and minerals.
The Small Intestine
- The small intestine is specialized for nutrient absorption due to its large surface area.
- Villi are finger-like projections in the small intestine, which increase the surface area for absorption.
- Microvilli are smaller projections on the villi that further increase the absorption surface.
Pancreas, Liver, and Gallbladder
- The pancreas secretes digestive enzymes.
- The liver produces bile, which aids in fat digestion.
- The gallbladder stores and dispenses bile.
Recap (Absorption/Surface)
- A larger surface area is beneficial for efficient nutrient absorption.
- Surface area is crucial for efficient absorption, as it increases the contact area with the absorbing material.
The Human Skeleton
- The axial skeleton protects vital organs like the brain and spinal cord.
- The appendicular skeleton facilitates movement.
Joints
- Ligaments connect bones to bones at joints.
- Tendons connect muscles to bones.
Muscular System
- Muscle tissue contracts and relaxes to cause movement.
- Muscle fibers are made of multiple cells fused together during development.
- Voluntary muscles are under conscious control, like skeletal muscles.
- Involuntary muscles (such as the cardiac muscles in your heart and smooth muscles in your digestive tract) are not under conscious control.
The Muscles That Move You
- Skeletal muscles' ends are anchored to bones, facilitated by tendons.
- Bundles of muscle fibers, each running through the entire muscle, form the structure of a muscle.
Recap (Questions)
- Skeletal muscles are attached to the bones in the skeleton by tendons.
- Skeletal muscles contract voluntarily.
- A muscle fiber consists of multiple cells.
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