Slide 1 Compounds found in living things All contents copyright © 1992-2004 the Author(s) and The University of Iowa. All rights reserved. http://www.vh.org/adult/provider/anatomy/a…

1.3.1 Function of Food Why do we need food? Food is needed for: Energy Growth of new cells and Repair of existing cells, tissues, organs, etc. * Food also supplies: the materials…

1.3.1 Function of Food Why do we need food? Food is needed for: Energy Growth of new cells and Repair of existing cells, tissues, organs, etc. * Food also supplies: the materials…

1.3.4 Biomolecular Sources and the Components of Food * Carbohydrates Carbohydrates contain the elements Carbon Hydrogen Oxygen Usually in the ratio of 1C:2H:1O Written as…

7 Main Nutients Choosemyplate.gov 7 Main Nutrients 7 Main Nutrients and functions Energy Producers: Carbohydrates â energy Fats â Energy, insulation and protection Protein…

Slide 1 Lipids 1 They are esters of long-chain fatty acids and alcohols, or of closely related derivatives. They are related by their: - Solubility in non polar organic solvents…

1. Lipids are: water-insoluble organic substances but readily soluble in organic solutions e.g. ether 2. The term ‘lipid’ defines compounds: not on the basis of structural…

Slide 1 Fats Also considered lipids Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen Functions: Energy 2.5 times more energy / unit Fats Sources: Fats- solid at room temperature Oils- liquid at…