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Understanding Nutrition and Biological Systems
Aug 14, 2024
Lecture Notes on Nutrition and Biological Processes
Key Topics Covered
Nutrients and Their Importance
Parasitic Nutrients
: Significance in biological systems.
Carbohydrates
:
Primary type is
glucose
Molecular Formula:
C6H12O6
Photosynthesis
Conversion of carbon dioxide and water into glucose, releasing oxygen.
Energy transformation: Photosynthesis converts light energy into
chemical energy
.
Digestion and Absorption
Undigested Material
: Involves pancreatic and salivary glands.
Salivary Glands
: Produce
salivary amylase
which aids in the digestion of carbohydrates.
Pancreatic Juice
: Contains enzymes that further digest nutrients.
Energy Release
Different processes release varying amounts of energy
Hormonal Regulation
Role of hormones in body functions.
Blood Components
Platelets
: Important in blood clotting and repair processes.
Oxygenated Blood
: Vital for transporting oxygen throughout the body.
Kidney Structure and Function
The
pair of kidneys
are crucial for filtering blood and maintaining homeostasis.
Basic Functional Units
: Nephrons are the structural and functional units of kidneys.
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