SBI 3U
Ms. Girvan
Date: __________________
The Function of Digestion
Instructions: Read Section 10.1 (p.402-409) and complete the following
questions.
1. What is the difference between an inorganic molecule and an organic
molecule? Provide an example of each.
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2. Define the following terms:
Macromolecule:
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Metabolism:
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Essential Nutrient:
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3. What are the FOUR major macromolecules?
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4. Distinguish between monosaccharides, disaccharides and
polysaccharides. Provide an example of each.
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5a. What are vitamins and minerals?
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b. Choose ONE vitamins and ONE mineral and list their key functions in the
body.
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6. What are some of waters main roles in the body?
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7. Complete the follow chart for the different animal feeding mechanisms:
Type of Feeding Mechanism
Description
Example
Filter Feeder
Substrate Feeder
Fluid Feeder
Bulk Feeder
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8. Describe the FOUR stages of food processing:
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9. Distinguish between chemical and mechanical digestion.
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10. What would account for the difference in length of the digestive tracts
between a herbivore (ex. rabbit) and a carnivore (ex. fox)?
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