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प्रश्न
Differentiate between Macro and Micro Nutrients.
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उत्तर
| Macro Nutrients | Micro Nutrients | |
| i. | They are required in larger quantities. | They are required in very minute quantities. |
| ii. | Energy from macro nutrients is for the metabolic system. Proteins, fibre, carbohydrates, and fats are examples of macro-nutrients. | Micro nutrients contribute to body growth and disease prevention. Antioxidants, Minerals, and Vitamins are examples of micro-nutrients. |
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संबंधित प्रश्न
List the six main purposes for which food is required by the body.
Explain the following term with an example:
Omnivore
Distinguish between the following:
Autotrophs and Heterotrophs
Distinguish between the following:
Herbivore and Carnivore
Give the one-word substitute for the following:
Insect-eating organism.
All the substances in our food which are useful for various bodily processes are called ______.
Spot the following in the table of vitamins and minerals.
The nutrient present in citrous fruits.
Spot the following in the table of vitamins and minerals.
Vitamins/minerals present in milk.
______ provide maximum energy to the body.
Classify according to food-type.
Tiger
Classify according to food-type.
Vulture
Classify according to food-type.
Deer
Classify according to food-type.
Lion
Classify according to food-type.
Tick
Which organisms are greater in number - autotrophs or heterotrophs? Why?
Very Short Answer Type Questions:
Which type of food is called body-building food?
Short Answer Type Questions:
What are the functions of proteins?
Short Answer Type Questions:
Name the vitamin that our body prepares in the presence of sunlight.
Choose the correct option.
Acinar cells are present in ______.
Organisms that prepare food for themselves using simple naturally available raw materials are referred to as ______.
In the absence of which of the following will photosynthesis not occur in leaves?
Pitcher plant traps insects because it ______.
Can you give me a name?
Solve the following riddles by writing the name of the organism and its mode of nutrition. One riddle is solved to help you.
I am small and I can fly. I disturb your sleep, bite you and suck your blood which is my food. ______, ______
Mention two components of food that do not provide nutrients.
