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What is the main function of glucose in our body?
What is the main function of glucose in our body?
To provide energy for cell respiration
Explain the difference between fats and oils in terms of their physical state at normal temperatures.
Explain the difference between fats and oils in terms of their physical state at normal temperatures.
Fats are solids and oils are liquids at normal temperatures.
Why are carbohydrates, proteins, and fats essential for our body?
Why are carbohydrates, proteins, and fats essential for our body?
They provide energy and are necessary for various bodily functions.
What is the importance of proteins in our diet?
What is the importance of proteins in our diet?
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Where are the short-term energy stores of carbohydrates mainly found in the body?
Where are the short-term energy stores of carbohydrates mainly found in the body?
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What is the importance of Vitamin A for our eyes?
What is the importance of Vitamin A for our eyes?
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What happens if someone doesn't have enough Vitamin C in their diet?
What happens if someone doesn't have enough Vitamin C in their diet?
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How is Vitamin D mainly obtained by the body?
How is Vitamin D mainly obtained by the body?
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What can happen to children if they lack Vitamin D?
What can happen to children if they lack Vitamin D?
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Why did sailors on long sea voyages often get Scurvy in the past?
Why did sailors on long sea voyages often get Scurvy in the past?
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