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What is the process of breaking down large and complex molecules of food into absorbable units called?
What is the process of breaking down large and complex molecules of food into absorbable units called?
- Metabolism
- Digestion (correct)
- Mechanization
- Assimilation
In which type of animals does digestion take place by both mechanical and chemical means?
In which type of animals does digestion take place by both mechanical and chemical means?
- Macrophagous animals (correct)
- Microphagous animals
- Omnivorous animals
- Herbivorous animals
Which of the following is NOT one of the simple organic components into which food is broken down during digestion?
Which of the following is NOT one of the simple organic components into which food is broken down during digestion?
- Fatty acids
- Monosaccharides
- Amino acids
- Nucleic acids (correct)
What is the term used when digestion takes place within the cell?
What is the term used when digestion takes place within the cell?
What happens to the waste products after intracellular digestion within a unicellular animal?
What happens to the waste products after intracellular digestion within a unicellular animal?
What provides energy after the food is broken down into absorbable units?
What provides energy after the food is broken down into absorbable units?
Study Notes
Digestion Process
- The breakdown of large and complex food molecules into absorbable units is called digestion.
Types of Digestion in Animals
- Digestion occurs by both mechanical and chemical means in omnivorous and carnivorous animals.
Components of Digestion
- Simple organic components resulting from digestion include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
- Vitamins are NOT categorized as a simple organic component produced during digestion.
Intracellular Digestion
- Digestion that occurs within the cells is termed intracellular digestion.
Waste Products of Intracellular Digestion
- After intracellular digestion in unicellular animals, waste products are typically expelled from the cell.
Energy from Digestion
- Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and other energy molecules provide energy once food is digested into absorbable units.
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Description
Explore the process of digestion in invertebrates, where large molecules of food are broken down into simpler units and then absorbed or metabolized to provide energy. Learn about the breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in the digestive system of invertebrates.
