Nutrients in Food

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Which of the following is NOT a source of carbohydrates?

  • Meat (correct)
  • Mango
  • Wheat
  • Sweet potato

What do proteins help in our body?

  • Help in growth and repair (correct)
  • Regulate body temperature
  • Provide energy
  • Help in digestion

Which of the following is a source of proteins?

  • Groundnuts (correct)
  • Sugarcane
  • Rice
  • Melon

What is the main function of carbohydrates in our body?

<p>To provide energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a source of fats?

<p>Rice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do fats provide to our body?

<p>Energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of testing food items with iodine solution?

<p>To determine if it contains starch (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the colour change observed when a food item contains starch?

<p>Blue-black (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using copper sulphate solution in the experiment?

<p>To test for protein (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of carbohydrate found in food?

<p>Sugars (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of a positive test for protein in a food item?

<p>The colour of the solution turns violet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the activity 'Test for Starch'?

<p>To identify the sources of starch (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrients provide energy to our body?

<p>Carbohydrates and fats (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of starch in our diet?

<p>To provide energy to our body (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of a deficiency of one or more nutrients in our diet?

<p>Diseases or disorders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of roughage in our diet?

<p>To regulate bowel movements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of a balanced diet?

<p>To provide all the necessary nutrients in right quantities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of proteins in our diet?

<p>To help in the growth and maintenance of our body (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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