How Does Food Provide My Body with Energy Pre-Post test

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What do carbohydrates, proteins, and fats have in common?

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Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats all have carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms.

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What is the source of light and thermal energy when food burns?

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Light and thermal energy given off from burning food is converted from the chemical energy stored in the food.

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How do children use food molecules to grow taller?

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Children grow taller when they use food molecules they eat to build large molecules that make up new cells.

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What are macromolecules?

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Macromolecules are large molecules made up of smaller units called monomers, which include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in the body?

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Carbohydrates provide a primary source of energy for the body.

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What is the function of proteins in the body?

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Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues, and they play a role in enzyme function.

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What are fats used for in the body?

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Fats provide a concentrated source of energy and are important for cell structure and hormone production.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food.

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How is energy released from food?

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Energy is released from food when it is metabolized, breaking down the chemical bonds.

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What is metabolism?

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Metabolism is the set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms that convert food into energy.