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प्रश्न
Goitre is caused by a deficiency of the mineral ______.
पर्याय
iron
calcium
iodine
potassium
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उत्तर
Goitre is caused by a deficiency of the mineral iodine.
Explanation:
Iodine is essential for the production of thyroid hormones. A lack of iodine leads to an enlarged thyroid gland, resulting in goitre.
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Fill in the blank:
Animal starch stored in the muscle and liver is ______.
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.
Foods required to prevent the above diseases.
Spot the following in the table of vitamins and minerals.
Causes of anaemia.
Pulses are a very good source of ______.
______ is a type of junk food.
Classify according to food-type.
Lion
Very Short Answer Type Questions:
Name two energy-providing nutrients.
Match the following.
| Column A | Column B | ||
| (1) | Fats | (a) | Jowar |
| (2) | Proteins | (b) | Oil |
| (3) | Vitamins | (c) | Bran of cereals |
| (4) | Minerals | (d) | Pulses |
| (5) | Starchy foods | (e) | Iron |
Which of the following food items does not provide any nutrient?
