Intro to Science Topic 1

2. The ability of the body to resist infection.
7. The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
8. Indigestible plant material that aids digestion and regulates blood sugar.
11. The process of maturing or becoming more complex.
13. The process of taking in or absorbing something.
14. The process of controlling or directing.
16. Organic compounds needed in small amounts for various bodily processes.
17. The quality of being reasonable or temperate.
19. A state of poor nutrition resulting from an unbalanced diet.
21. The presence of a wide range of different things.

1. A part or share of a whole.
3. The chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life.
4. The process of fixing or mending damaged tissues.
5. Complex molecules made of amino acids, essential for growth, repair, and bodily functions.
6. The process of breaking down food into smaller molecules.
9. Energy-rich compounds that also provide insulation and protect organs.
10. The ability to do work, provided by carbohydrates and fats.
12. Inorganic elements like calcium, iron, and potassium essential for various functions.
15. The state of being grossly fat or overweight.
18. Organic compounds like sugars, starches, and fiber that provide energy.
20. The process of increasing in size or developing.