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What is nutrition?
The process by which an organism uses food to support its life
What does malnutrition result from?
Failure to obtain sufficient nutrients
How do organisms obtain nutrients?
By consuming organic matter, consuming inorganic matter, or absorbing light
Which nutrients do animals require?
Carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins
When did the scientific analysis of food and nutrients begin?
During the chemical revolution in the late-18th century
Test your knowledge of nutritional science with this quiz. Explore the biochemical and physiological processes involved in nutrition, the essential nutrients required by organisms, and the impacts of malnutrition.
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