7.6 Vocabulary

What is a protein?

• Molecules in our bodies that do different jobs for our cells based on their shape.

• Simple sugars that provide energy to our cells.

• Fats that store energy and insulate our bodies.

• Vitamins that help regulate various bodily functions.

What is a receptor protein?

• A molecule that can sense a stimulus and start a signal that travels to the brain.

• A type of enzyme that breaks down proteins in the body.

• A carbohydrate that provides energy to cells.

• A lipid that forms the cell membrane.

What are amino acids?

• The building blocks of proteins.

• A type of carbohydrate.

• A form of lipid.

• A kind of vitamin.

What is a stimulus?

• A noticeable change in the environment (light, sound, touch, or chemicals).

• A type of response to a situation or event.

• A method of communication between organisms.

• A fixed pattern of behavior in animals.

What is an inherited trait?

• A physical characteristic of a person that can be passed down from generation to generation, like from a parent to a child.

• A skill that is learned through practice and experience.

• A temporary condition that affects an individual's appearance.

• A behavior that is influenced by environmental factors.