Abeka Biology Quiz 13
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energy carrier of the cell
ATP
The most common unit for measuring the energy content of foods is the
Calorie
nutrient that is the main source of energy for living things
carbohydrate
Cereals, breads, potatoes, pasta, and rice are rich in ______ carbohydrates
complex
helps the intestines function properly
dietary fiber
general term for any macronutrient characterized by insolubility in water
lipid
The chemical processes of life are collectively called
metabolism
A fatty acid that has every possible bond to hydrogen occupied is a _________ fatty acid
saturated
complex organic molecule used to build and maintain living cells
protein
building block of a protein
amino acid
