NCERT Solutions for Class 6th Science

Chapter 2 - COMPONENTS OF FOOD

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Q.1      Name the major nutrients in our food.

Ans    The major nutrients in our food are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals. In addition,                    food also contains dietary fibres (roughage) and water.

 

Q.2      Name the following:

           (a) The nutrients which mainly give energy to our body.

Ans      Carbohydrates and Fats.

           (b) The nutrients that are needed for the growth and maintenance of our body.

Ans      Proteins and Minerals.

           (c) A vitamin required for maintaining good eyesight.

Ans      Vitamin A

           (d) A mineral that is required for keeping our bones healthy.

Ans      Calcium

 

Q.3      Name two foods each rich in:

(a) Fats

(b) Starch

(c) Dietary fibre

(d) Protein

 

Q.4      Tick (√) the statements that are correct.

(a) By eating rice alone, we can fulfill nutritional requirement of our body. ( )

(b) Deficiency diseases can be prevented by eating a balanced diet. ( )

(c) Balanced diet for the body should contain a variety of food items. ( )

(d) Meat alone is sufficient to provide all nutrients to the body. ( )

 

Q.5      Fill in the blanks.

(a) ______________ is caused by deficiency of Vitamin D.

(b) Deficiency of ______________ causes a disease known as beri-beri.

(c) Deficiency of Vitamin C causes a disease known as ______________.

(d) Night blindness is caused due to deficiency of ____________ in our food.