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What are sterols made of - SOLUTION-Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen
Sterols include - SOLUTION-cholesterol vitamin
D steroid hormones sex hormones
of cholesterol - SOLUTION--produces bile
-helps brain function properly
-stabilizes cell membranes
-precursor to some hormones like vitamin D
The structure of each protein is determined by the DNA of a ____ - SOLUTION-gene
Functions of protein - SOLUTION-1. Structure and shape
2a. Hormones
2b. Enzymes
3. Antibodies
4. Transportation
5. Fluid balance
6. Acid-base balance in blood
, 7a. Blood clotting
7b. Provide energy
Protein provides structure and shape to: - SOLUTION-Bones, teeth, skin, tendons, cartilage,
blood vessels, other tissues.
Hormones regulate - SOLUTION-Body Processes
Antibodies are made up of - SOLUTION-amino acids
proteins attract - SOLUTION-water
Normal blood pH is - SOLUTION-7.35-7.45
Proteins form - SOLUTION-fibrin strands
Easiest proteins to digest - SOLUTION--Animal protein (90%)
-Legumes (80-90%)
-Plant foods (70-90%)
Mutual Supplementation - SOLUTION-Using two incomplete proteins together to make a
complete protein.
Complementary Proteins - SOLUTION-Two protein sources that together supply all 9 essential
amino acids