Waxes also provide protection for cell membranes in plants and people. Earwax is an example of protective wax in people. It helps protect the skin of your ear canal. What Are Lipoproteins? Lipoproteins are part
We shall therefore narrow our definition to include only those compounds which are esters of long chain fatty acids. Therefore large groups of biochemically interesting lipids such as the steroids and terpenes will not be covered, although our definition necessitates inclusion of, for example, the ...
What is the function of unsaturated hydrocarbon tails of membrane lipids? How do the structures of the nitrogenous bases affect their function? What is a functional group? Give examples. What are the functional groups present in the vitamin C molecule?
What is the purpose/function of Lipids? What is buffer? How does our body regulate changes in internal (body fluid) pH? Describe the role of the phosphate buffer system. What is the purpose of the cardiovascular system? a. Describe how proteins get their shape. b. Explain how buffer solut...
Have you ever wondered what the doctor is measuring when he does a lipid screen? Or why a lipid screen is even necessary to begin with? In this lesson, you will learn about how fats and lipids travel through your body and what those numbers really mean. ...
In this lesson we'll explain what HDL cholesterol is and how it affects the body. We'll also look at the healthy range for HDL and the factors...
Finally, we present the promises and challenges that arise when seeking to incorporate microbiome data in dietary planning and portray the anticipated revolution that the field of nutrition is facing upon adopting these novel concepts. Key points Common multifactorial diseases in both industrialized and ...
HealthyBodyComposition:UnderstandingWhatYourBodyisMadeOf Body composition includes all the elements that make up your body. It includes fat mass, muscle mass, bones, water and, depending on the definition, may also include some other fluids, gases and acids. Understanding how those core elements ar...
What is the definition of nonliving? How would you determine whether something is living or nonliving? For life to exist what molecules must form? What is the minimum number of structures needed to be considered a living cell? What are three structures that are found in plant cells but not ...
The three groups of nutrients we need are lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates. Our foods often contain these compounds in complex forms, which means that our cells often cannot use then until they are broken down. The process of digestion is what breaks these foods down into their more sim...