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Question
Differentiate between Macro and Micro Nutrients.
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Solution
| 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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