12 Questions
What is the role of carbohydrates in the body?
Mainly serve as a major energy source for cells
How many calories per gram do fats typically contain?
9
Which nutrients are essential for animals and must be obtained from their diet?
Essential amino acids and fatty acids
What is the main function of proteins in the body?
Aiding in enzyme synthesis
Which vitamins are considered water-soluble?
Vitamin B12 and C
What are trace elements/minerals needed by the body for?
Inorganic nutrients required in minute amounts
What is the process called when a cell engulfs organic fragments or large particles?
Phagocytosis
Which type of animals suck fluids containing nutrients from a living host?
Fluid-Feeders
What type of digestive system is composed of a single opening for both food intake and waste removal?
Gastrovascular Cavity
Which organ secretes bile for emulsifying fats in a complete digestive system?
Liver
What is the name for animals that draw in water to strain small organisms and food particles present in the medium?
Filter-Feeders
Which process relies on membrane receptor recognition of specific solutes for uptake by the cell?
Receptor-mediated endocytosis
Learn about the nutritional requirements of animals, including the concepts of calories as units of energy in food, carbohydrates as a major energy source, proteins for building cell structures, and fats for various functions in the body.
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