Activity 9-Cell Vocabulary

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Malnutrition

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A lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things, or being unable to use the food that one does eat.

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Macronutrients

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A substance (such as carbs, fats, or protein) that is essential in relatively large amounts to the growth and health of a living organism.

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Micronutrients

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A substance required in trace amounts for the normal growth and development of a living organism.

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Nutrition

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The process of obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

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Feedback Loop

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A process where a change in a system triggers a certain result.

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Homeostasis

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The body's ability to maintain internal conditions within a healthy range.