Energy

This lesson describes the energy molecules of carbohydrate and fat and how they are used in the body.

Describes how we transfer energy from one animal or plant to another. Also discusses the gastrointestinal tract and its role in the break down and transport of triglycerides and fat via the bowel, portal vein, liver and fat cells. Finally, the video provides an explanation of a high serum triglyceride level and its effect on health.

Describes the basic biochemistry of the energy storing molecule, the free fatty acid and it's storage form in plants and animals, the triglyceride.

Describes the molecular and physical differences between a saturated and unsaturated fat and their effect on the fatty transport vehicle, the lipoprotein. Also describes the relationship of fatty acids, hydrocarbons & fossil fuels as energy storing molecules.