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Fatty foods have two main functions. Of course they taste nice, but they are also biologically good for your body, if the right amounts are consumed. Fats help to insulate us, so we are less prone to illnesses such as colds and the flu. This is why thinner people are more likely to get a cold. Fats also help to keep our bones protected, so those who have more of it, are less likely to be fragile.
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What are 2 basic functions of nerves?
Nerves serve two functions for the body. They give orders to the brain that direct organs and tissues and they send signals about the body's condition or environment to the brain, directing the body to react.
What are the two functions of proteins?
Protein helps build and maintain body tissues like muscles Enzymes and hormones and other compounds in the body are made of protein Protein is used to make hair, skin and nails
What is anatomy and physiology?
What ARE anatomy and physiology? These are two areas of medical study. Anatomy is the discipline or area of study which deals with the structure of tissues, organs and organisms. Physiology is the discipline which is more concered with the function of cells, tissues, organs and organisms.
What two organ systems in plant works together to move oxygen throughout the body?
tissues tissues
What two types of body tissues are made from protein?
protein
5 Name two tissue structures in the body that are very active when you are a child but convert to fatty inactive tissue when you reach adulthood?
These are called adipose tissues and there are two types, the brown adipose and white adipose. Both are abundant in newborns and also in animals that hibernate. Their primary function is to generate heat in the body.
What is the action of the lymphatic system?
The lymphatic system has two major functions. One is carry white blood cells to where they they may be needed and second to bring back excess fluid from the body tissues to the blood.
Does fat have protein?
Fats and Proteins are two separate nutrients.Proteins - (amino acids) essential to growth and repair of muscle and other body tissues. Fats - (fatty acids) one source of energy and important in relation to fat soluble vitamins
What are the four major functions of the human body?
There are only two functions a body has to perform:- 1) survive 2) reproduce all else is subsumed into these two activities.
Two building blocks of fat?
Fat is an oily substance which occurs in the body. The two building blocks of fat are glycerol and fatty acids.
What are the main components of a lipid?
The two main functions of a lipid are long-term energy storage and cushioning for vital organs.
What are two functions of water in the body?
As a lubricant and for hydration.
