Study Guide for Campbell Biology
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780134443775
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Michael A. Pollock
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 41, Problem 3IQ
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To explain: The reasons for which large molecules in food are digested into monomers or smaller components.
Introduction: The process of providing and obtaining food necessary for health and growth is called nutrition. As per the size of the molecule, nutrients are divided into two types such as macronutrients and micronutrients Macronutrients include lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates. Micronutrients include minerals and vitamins.
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