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How The Body Uses Fat

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Topic
  • Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
  • Macromolecules
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Metabolism & Nutrition
Resource Type
  • Interactive Media
  • Click & Learn
Level
High School — GeneralHigh School — AP/IBCollege
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Description

This tutorial explores how fat is digested, transported, stored, and used for energy.

The human body uses three main sources of energy: glucose, glycogen, and fat. Fat contains more energy than the other sources, making it an excellent substance for storing energy in the long term. In this Click & Learn, students learn some of the ways the body processes fat, including digestion, transport, conversion, and energy extraction.

Details
Estimated Time
One to two 50-minute class periods.
Key Terms

apolipoprotein, cholesterol, chylomicron, emulsification, fatty acid, ketone body, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), phospholipid, sugar, triglyceride

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Please see the Terms of Use for information on how this resource can be used.

Version History
Date Published 02.28.04
Curriculum Connections
NGSS (2013)

HS-LS1.C

AP Biology (2019)

ENE-1.A, ENE-1.O, SYI-1.B

IB Biology (2016)

2.3, D.1

Vision and Change (2009)

CC4

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