Biology Basics

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Amino Acids

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The building blocks of proteins, essential for various biological functions, including tissue repair and nutrient absorption.

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Fatty Acids

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The building blocks of fats, important for energy storage and forming cell membranes.

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Small Intestine

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A long, coiled tube in the digestive system where most digestion and nutrient absorption occur.

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Large Intestine

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The part of the digestive system that absorbs water and forms waste into stool.

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Carbohydrate

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A type of nutrient, including sugars, starches, and fibers, that provides energy to the body.

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Permeable

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Allowing substances, like liquids or gases, to pass through.

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Semi-permeable

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Allowing certain substances to pass through while blocking others.

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Transport

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The movement of substances from one place to another, often within an organism.

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Microscopic

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So small that it can only be seen with a microscope.

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Mitochondria

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Organelles in cells that produce energy through cellular respiration, often referred to as the "powerhouses" of the cell.