Q1Written answer
Name the major nutrients in our food.
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The major nutrients in our food are Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Vitamins, Minerals and dietary fibres.
NCERT · Class 6 · Science
Chapter 1: Components of Food
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5 questionsQ2Multiple choice
Name the following:
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Correct option: A
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a) Carbohydrates
b) Proteins and minerals
c) Vitamin A
d) Calcium
Q3Written answer
Name two foods, each rich in:
(a) Fats
(b) Starch
(c) Dietary fibre
(d) Protein
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a) Cream, butter
b) Rice, wheat
c) Whole grains, raw vegetables
d) Milk, soya bean
Q4Multiple choice
Tick (√) the statements that are correct.
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Correct option: A
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(a) By eating rice alone, we can fulfil the nutritional requirements 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. ( )
Q5Written answer
Fill in the blanks.
(a) ______________ is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin D.
(b) Deficiency of ______________ causes a disease known as beriberi.
(c) Deficiency of Vitamin C causes a disease known as ______________.
(d) Night blindness is caused due to deficiency of ____________ in our food.
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(a) Rickets is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin D.
(b) Deficiency of Vitamin B1 causes a disease known as beriberi.
(c) Deficiency of Vitamin C causes a disease known as Scurvy.
(d) Night blindness is caused due to deficiency of Vitamin A in our food.
Important Topics Covered in NCERT Solutions for Class 6 Science Chapter 2 Components of Food
- What Do Different Food Items Contain?
- Test for Starch
- Test for Protein
- Test for Fats
- What Do Various Nutrients Do for Our Body?
- Balanced Diet
- Deficiency Diseases
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