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Enzyme found in saliva.
Amylase
Two types of digestion.
Mechanical; Chemical
Process whereby smooth muscles contract rhythmically to move food through the digestive tract.
Peristalsis
Longest part of the digestive tract.
Small intestine
Acid found in the stomach
HCl / Hydrochloric acid
Estimated pH of the acid in a human stomach.
2
Define nutrition
Process by which a person takes in and uses food
Differentiate between vitamins and minerals.
Vitamins are organic compounds needed for metabolic activities. Minerals are inorganic compounds needed for metabolic activities.
Hormone partially responsible for the regulation of calcium
Calcitonin
Glands that produce hormones that are released into the bloodstream.
Endocrine (glands)
What is the name of hormone ADH?
Anti-diuretic Hormone
Organ linked to blood sugar level regulation.
Pancreas
What does RDA stand for on a food label?
Recommended Daily Allowance
Identify the monomers of proteins
Amino acids
Which macromolecule provide the most energy per volume?
Lipids
Define homeostasis.
Refers to the maintenance of a constant internal environment.
