Biology - Study Guide
Biology - Study Guide
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ISBN: 9780321501561
Author: Martha R. Taylor
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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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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