{"id":40734,"date":"2022-01-25T12:14:08","date_gmt":"2022-01-25T06:44:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=40734"},"modified":"2024-10-18T12:58:06","modified_gmt":"2024-10-18T07:28:06","slug":"components-of-food-class-6-extra-questions-science-chapter-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/ncert\/study-material\/components-of-food\/class-6\/extra-questions\/science-chapter-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Components of Food Class 6 Extra Questions Science Chapter 2"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' style='display:block'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/ncert\/study-material\/components-of-food\/class-6\/extra-questions\/science-chapter-2\/#Components_of_Food_Class_6_Extra_Questions_Science_Chapter_2\" title=\"Components of Food Class 6 Extra Questions Science Chapter 2\">Components of Food Class 6 Extra Questions Science Chapter 2<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/ncert\/study-material\/components-of-food\/class-6\/extra-questions\/science-chapter-2\/#What_do_various_nutrients_do_for_our_body_-_Components_of_Food_Extra_Questions\" title=\"What do various nutrients do for our body? 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This chapter helps students learn about different food types and where they come from, emphasizing the importance of nutrients. A key focus here is on the extra questions that help students test their understanding and deepen their knowledge. These extra questions, including multiple-choice and detailed answers, challenge students to apply what they&#8217;ve learned and improve their exam preparation. Engaging with these questions is a great way for students to reinforce the chapter\u2019s concepts and ensure they are ready for their tests.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Components_of_Food_Class_6_Extra_Questions_Science_Chapter_2\"><\/span>Components of Food Class 6 Extra Questions Science Chapter 2<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>What do different food items contain? &#8211; Components of Food Extra Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 1. <\/strong>What are nutrients?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Nutrients are the elements in food that are essential for the growth, development, and maintenance of the body.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 2. <\/strong>Which nutrients are essential for our body?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Essential nutrients for our body include carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, and water.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 3. <\/strong>What is nutrition?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Nutrition is the process by which our body absorbs and utilizes the nutrients from our food to support its growth, development, and to generate energy<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 4. <\/strong>What are the functions of food?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>The functions of food include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing essential nutrients for growth and bodily functions.<\/li>\n<li>Offering protection against diseases.<\/li>\n<li>Supplying energy needed for physical activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Question 5. <\/strong>Why does our body need nutritious food?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Nutritious food is crucial as it fuels growth, provides energy for daily activities, and helps in disease prevention. It includes vital components like carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water. These nutrients perform specific functions and work synergistically to maintain health and support life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 6. <\/strong>What are the different food groups?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Food is commonly divided into three main groups:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Energy-giving foods, such as carbohydrates and fats.<\/li>\n<li>Body-building foods, such as proteins.<\/li>\n<li>Protective foods, such as vitamins and minerals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Question 7. <\/strong>How will you test for starch in a food sample?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>To test for starch, apply 2-3 drops of iodine solution on a small amount of the food sample. The presence of starch is indicated by a blue-black color change.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 8. <\/strong>How will you test for protein in a food sample?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>For a protein test, place a small sample of food in a test tube, add 10 drops of water and shake well. Then, add two drops of copper sulfate solution and ten drops of caustic soda. A violet color indicates the presence of protein.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/foundation-course-for-class-6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/foundation-class-6.png\" alt=\"Class 6 Foundation Course\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/foundation-course-for-class-6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button><strong>Enroll now to Class 6 Foundation Course<\/strong><\/button><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 9. <\/strong>How will you test for fat in a food sample?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans. <\/strong>To test for fat, press a piece of food onto a piece of paper and crush it. If the paper becomes translucent and greasy at that spot, it indicates the presence of fat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 10. <\/strong>What are the main carbohydrates found in our food?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>The primary carbohydrates in our food include starches and sugars.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 11. <\/strong>Name two energy-producing nutrients.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>The two energy-producing nutrients are carbohydrates and fats.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 12. <\/strong>Name two nutrients which protect the body from diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Vitamins and minerals are two nutrients that help protect the body from diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 13. <\/strong>Name two food items which provide fats.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Oil<\/li>\n<li>Ghee.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_various_nutrients_do_for_our_body_-_Components_of_Food_Extra_Questions\"><\/span>What do various nutrients do for our body? &#8211; Components of Food Extra Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Question 1: <\/strong>Name the food each rich in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>dietary fibre<\/li>\n<li>sugar<\/li>\n<li>protein<\/li>\n<li>starch<\/li>\n<li>fat and oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ans.:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dietary fibre: Spinach, cabbage, okra.<\/li>\n<li>Sugar: Milk, bananas, sugarcane.<\/li>\n<li>Protein: Milk, meat, fish, eggs.<\/li>\n<li>Starch: Rice, wheat, pearl millet.<\/li>\n<li>Fat and oil: Butter, ghee, cheese, peanuts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Question 2: <\/strong>Name the food needed:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>for strong bones and teeth<\/li>\n<li>to prevent scurvy<\/li>\n<li>to avoid constipation<\/li>\n<li>for warmth<\/li>\n<li>for growth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ans.:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For strong bones and teeth, sources of calcium include milk, buttermilk, cheese, green leafy vegetables, and ragi, while sources of phosphorus include cereals, pulses, fish, and meat.<\/li>\n<li>To prevent scurvy, which requires vitamin C, consume citrus fruits, green and red peppers.<\/li>\n<li>To avoid constipation, include roughage in your diet, primarily from plant-based foods containing cellulose, such as vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.<\/li>\n<li>For warmth, consume ghee, butter, meat, and fish.<\/li>\n<li>For growth, incorporate milk and green leafy vegetables.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Question 3: <\/strong>What are the roles of:<\/p>\n<p>(a) carbohydrates,<\/p>\n<p>(b) fats,<\/p>\n<p>(c) vitamins, and<\/p>\n<p>(d) minerals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Carbohydrates provide energy.<\/li>\n<li>Fats also serve as a source of energy.<\/li>\n<li>Vitamins:\n<ul>\n<li>Essential for various physiological functions.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain health and protect against diseases.<\/li>\n<li>Necessary for proper organ function.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Minerals:\n<ul>\n<li>Strengthen bones and teeth.<\/li>\n<li>Contribute to blood production.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button style=\"width: 50%;\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/online-courses-cbse-class-6\"><strong>Enroll Now to Class 6 CBSE Course<\/strong><\/a><\/button><\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 4: <\/strong>What do you mean by staple food?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Staple food refers to the primary food consumed to meet energy needs. Common examples in our diet include rice, chapati, and bread.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 5: <\/strong>What is the function of vitamins?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Vitamins facilitate the proper utilization of other nutrients like carbohydrates and fats, often acting as co-enzymes in enzymatic reactions<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 6: <\/strong>Name any two sources of Vitamin B.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Milk<\/li>\n<li>Soybeans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Question 7: <\/strong>Name the vitamin present in orange.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Vitamin C.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 8: <\/strong>What is the role of Vitamin C?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Vitamin C supports growth, maintains healthy teeth, gums, and joints, and enhances the body&#8217;s disease-fighting capabilities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 9: <\/strong>Write the names of fat-soluble vitamins.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Vitamins A and D.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 10: <\/strong>Write the names of any two water-soluble vitamins.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vitamin B<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin C<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Question 11: <\/strong>Write the sources of fat.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.:<\/strong>Sources include vegetable oil, ghee, butter, milk, cheese, meat, fish, and cod-liver oil.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 12: <\/strong>What are the sources of carbohydrates?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Sources include rice, wheat, maize, potatoes, sugar, and jaggery.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 13: <\/strong>What is roughage? Why its presence in our food is important?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Roughage, mainly cellulose, is the fibrous part of plant foods. It is crucial for aiding bowel movement and preventing constipation. It is abundantly found in green vegetables like spinach, cabbage, okra, and beans.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 14: <\/strong>Name the main constituent of roughage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Cellulose.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 15: <\/strong>Which among the following provides maximum roughage to the diet if taken in equal amounts? Egg, cucumber, grapes, cabbage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Cabbage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 16: <\/strong>Name the minerals which make our teeth and bones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Calcium and Phosphorus.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 17: <\/strong>What are various functions of proteins?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proteins are essential building materials of the body.<\/li>\n<li>They are integral to enzymes.<\/li>\n<li>They form muscles, skin, hair, and nails.<\/li>\n<li>They produce hemoglobin, which transports oxygen.<\/li>\n<li>They aid in blood clotting.<\/li>\n<li>They repair and replace damaged or dead cells.<\/li>\n<li>They enhance the body&#8217;s resistance to infections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Question 18: <\/strong>Here are three strips. You have to paste them in figure at three places 1, 2, and 3. At which place will you paste each strip?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Protein-rich food<\/li>\n<li>Carbohydrate-rich food<\/li>\n<li>Fat-rich food.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>(Place the appropriate labels on the figure as directed.)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/48710414313_f9581abcfe_o.png\" alt=\"Components of Food Class 6 Extra Questions Science Chapter 2 - Q18\" width=\"511\" height=\"574\" \/>Answer:<br \/>\nNames of strips and their appropriate places are:<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/48710751571_da675cbc2e_o.png\" alt=\"Components of Food Class 6 Extra Questions Science Chapter 2 - Q18(i)\" width=\"482\" height=\"156\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 19: <\/strong><strong>How are vitamins classified?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Vitamins are divided into two groups:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Water-soluble vitamins, such as vitamins B and C.<\/li>\n<li>Fat-soluble vitamins, including vitamins A, D, E, and K.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balanced_Diet_-_Components_of_Food_Extra_Questions\"><\/span>Balanced Diet &#8211; Components of Food Extra Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Question 1: <\/strong><strong>What is a balanced diet?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>A balanced diet includes all essential food components (carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water, and roughage) in appropriate proportions to maintain health.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 2: <\/strong><strong>How many calories does a 12-year-old boy or girl need each day? How can the boy or girl get this in his\/her diet?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>A 12-year-old boy or girl requires 2000-2200 calories daily. They can achieve this through a diet comprising dal, rice, roti, green vegetables, ghee, and a bit of jaggery.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 3: <\/strong><strong>Why does a growing child need more minerals?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Growing children require additional minerals like calcium and phosphorus to aid in the development and strengthening of bones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 4: <\/strong><strong>Write three important properties of a balanced diet.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Three key properties of a balanced diet are:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It&#8217;s rich in essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and certain amino acids.<\/li>\n<li>It supplies sufficient material for growth, repair, and renewal of cells, tissues, and organs.<\/li>\n<li>It provides the necessary energy for bodily functions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Question 5: <\/strong><strong>What is obesity?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Obesity is a condition resulting from excessive intake of fatty foods leading to fat accumulation in the body.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 6: <\/strong><strong>Explain why people who eat seafood do not suffer from goitre.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Goitre is typically caused by iodine deficiency. Seafood is high in iodine, helping prevent goitre in individuals who regularly consume it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Deficiency diseases &#8211; Components of Food Extra Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-dsmth-1n7m0yu\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-9\">\n<div class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary sm:AIPRM__conversation__response\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-3\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 juice:gap-4 juice:md:gap-6 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"80c3c0d9-629d-4721-8dd4-6d53d2d36165\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light AIPRM__conversation__response\">\n<p><strong>Question 1 (Deficiency diseases &#8211; Components of Food Extra Questions): <\/strong><strong>What is malnutrition? What are its harmful effects?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Malnutrition refers to the physical condition resulting from an imbalanced diet or the inability to absorb nutrients due to illness. Its harmful effects include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Nutrient deficiencies leading to various diseases.<\/li>\n<li>Protein deficiency causing kwashiorkor.<\/li>\n<li>Both carbohydrate and protein deficiency leading to marasmus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Question 2: <\/strong><strong>What is the effect of protein deficiency on the health of children?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Long-term insufficient protein intake in children leads to a condition called kwashiorkor. Symptoms include light brown hair, an elderly-like facial appearance, constant hunger, a swollen stomach, and being underweight with minimal body mass.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 3: <\/strong><strong>What is marasmus? What are its symptoms?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Marasmus results from a severe deficiency of proteins and carbohydrates. Symptoms include extreme thinness and loose skin folds all over the body.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pr-2 lg:pr-0\"><strong>Question 4.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Write the sources and deficiency diseases of the vitamins \u2018A\u2019, \u2018B\u2019 complex, C, D, E and K.<br \/>\nAnswer:<\/p>\n<table border=\"2\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"102\"><strong>Vitamins<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"237\"><strong>Sources<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"203\"><strong>Deficiency diseases<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"102\">1. Vitamin A<\/td>\n<td width=\"237\">Milk, butter, yellow fruits and vegetables, egg yolk, liver oil of fish.<\/td>\n<td width=\"203\">Xerophthalmia, Night blindness, anaemia<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"102\">2. Vitamin B complex<\/td>\n<td width=\"237\">Milk, egg, green vegetables, cheese, meat, germinating seeds, yeast and unpolished rice.<\/td>\n<td width=\"203\">Beriberi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"102\">3. Vitamin C<\/td>\n<td width=\"237\">Citrus fruits, green and red peppers.<\/td>\n<td width=\"203\">Scurvy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"102\">4. Vitamin D<\/td>\n<td width=\"237\">Milk, egg, fish, liver oil, sunlight.<\/td>\n<td width=\"203\">Rickets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"102\">5. Vitamin E<\/td>\n<td width=\"237\">Vegetable seeds, eggs, sweet potatoes, oil, meat, sprouted grains.<\/td>\n<td width=\"203\">Sterility<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"102\">6. Vitamin K<\/td>\n<td width=\"237\">Egg yolk, liver, cheese, tomato, cabbage, soybean, cauliflower.<\/td>\n<td width=\"203\">Improper coagulation of blood<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Question 5: <\/strong><strong>What is anaemia? What are the symptoms of anaemia?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Anaemia is a condition caused by iron deficiency. Symptoms include a pale appearance, easy fatigue, weight loss, and white nails.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 6: <\/strong><strong>Why is it advised to take iodised salt?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ans.: <\/strong>Iodised salt is recommended because it helps prevent iodine deficiency, which can cause thyroid gland enlargement, stunted growth, and mental impairment. Iodised salt assists in maintaining adequate iodine levels in the body.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objective_Type_Questions_-_Components_of_Food_Extra_Questions\"><\/span>Objective Type Questions &#8211; Components of Food Extra Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Question 1. <\/strong>Match the following items given in Column A with that in Column B:<\/p>\n<table border=\"2\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"179\"><strong>Column A<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"216\"><strong>Column B<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"179\">(a) Energy giving food<\/td>\n<td width=\"216\">(i) Vitamins and minerals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"179\">(b) Body building food<\/td>\n<td width=\"216\">(ii) Iodine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"179\">(c) Protective food<\/td>\n<td width=\"216\">(iii) Fats, carbohydrates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"179\">(d) Test for fat<\/td>\n<td width=\"216\">(iv) Copper sulphate and caustic soda<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"179\">(e) Test for starch<\/td>\n<td width=\"216\">(v) Oily patch on paper sheet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"179\">(f) Test for protein<\/td>\n<td width=\"216\">(vi) Proteins<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"2\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"239\"><strong>Column A<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"272\"><strong>Column B<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"239\">(a) Energy giving food<\/td>\n<td width=\"272\">(iii) Fats, carbohydrates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"239\">(b) Body building food<\/td>\n<td width=\"272\">(vi) Proteins<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"239\">(c) Protective food<\/td>\n<td width=\"272\">(i) Vitamins and minerals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"239\">(d) Test for fat<\/td>\n<td width=\"272\">(v) Oily patch on paper sheet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"239\">(e) Test for starch<\/td>\n<td width=\"272\">(ii) Iodine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"239\">(f) Test for protein<\/td>\n<td width=\"272\">(iv) Copper sulphate and caustic soda<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Question 2.<\/strong><br \/>\nFill in the blanks with appropriate words:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>For proper \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.. and \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026 our bodies need adequate food.<\/li>\n<li>Proteins build \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.. material.<\/li>\n<li>Non-living machines burn the fuel at \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026 temperature while living machines burn their food at \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026 temperature.<\/li>\n<li>Starch is a \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026 of sugar.<\/li>\n<li>\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.. gives blue colour with iodine.<\/li>\n<li>Proteins are made up of \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026 .<\/li>\n<li>Skin, hair and nails are \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026 .<\/li>\n<li>Co-enzymes are nothing but \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.. .<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin C causes \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.. when found deficient.<\/li>\n<li>Our body contains \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026. of water.<\/li>\n<li>Most of the reactions in our body occur in \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026. solutions.<\/li>\n<li>Balanced diet is one containing all \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.. .<\/li>\n<li>Deficiency of \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026. causes rough skin, weak eyesight and thinness of body.<\/li>\n<li>Excess intake of\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026 over a large period may damage kidneys.<\/li>\n<li>Lack of \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.. leads to lethargy, inactivity and feeling of tiredness.<\/li>\n<li>Intake of inadequate quantities of proteins may \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.. the growth and development of children.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Answer:<\/p>\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-hnmqc-1n7m0yu\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-9\">\n<div class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary sm:AIPRM__conversation__response\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-7\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 juice:gap-4 juice:md:gap-6 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"b3388618-d2e9-4720-ab86-95f5740e1829\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light AIPRM__conversation__response\">\n<ol>\n<li>For proper <strong>growth<\/strong> and <strong>maintenance<\/strong>, our bodies need adequate food.<\/li>\n<li>Proteins build <strong>body<\/strong> material.<\/li>\n<li>Non-living machines burn the fuel at <strong>high<\/strong> temperature while living machines burn their food at <strong>low<\/strong> temperature.<\/li>\n<li>Starch is a <strong>polymer<\/strong> of sugar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Starch<\/strong> gives blue colour with iodine.<\/li>\n<li>Proteins are made up of <strong>amino acids<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Skin, hair and nails are <strong>proteins<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Co-enzymes are nothing but <strong>proteins<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin C causes <strong>scurvy<\/strong> when found deficient.<\/li>\n<li>Our body contains <strong>61%<\/strong> of water.<\/li>\n<li>Most of the reactions in our body occur in <strong>aqueous<\/strong> solutions.<\/li>\n<li>Balanced diet is one containing all <strong>nutrients<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Deficiency of <strong>vitamin A<\/strong> causes rough skin, weak eyesight and thinness of body.<\/li>\n<li>Excess intake of <strong>alcohol<\/strong> over a large period may damage kidneys.<\/li>\n<li>Lack of <strong>water<\/strong> leads to lethargy, inactivity and feeling of tiredness.<\/li>\n<li>Intake of inadequate quantities of proteins may <strong>stunt<\/strong> the growth and development of children.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Question 3. <\/strong>State whether the statements given below are True or False:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Deficiency of vitamin A makes our bones weak.<\/li>\n<li>Deficiency of iron causes paleness.<\/li>\n<li>Calcium is necessary for strong bones and teeth.<\/li>\n<li>Deficiency of vitamin B helps to increase our appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Deficiency of vitamin D causes swollen and bleeding gums.<\/li>\n<li>Carbohydrates are the main source of energy in our diet.<\/li>\n<li>Expensive food is not always the best food<\/li>\n<li>Protein is a staple food.<\/li>\n<li>Haemoglobin is a carbohydrate.<\/li>\n<li>Cotton and paper are carbohydrates.<\/li>\n<li>Tomatoes contain vitamin C.<\/li>\n<li>Eating lady finger makes you good in mathematics.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Answer:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Deficiency of vitamin A makes our bones weak. &#8211; False<\/li>\n<li>Deficiency of iron causes paleness. &#8211; True<\/li>\n<li>Calcium is necessary for strong bones and teeth. &#8211; True<\/li>\n<li>Deficiency of vitamin B helps to increase our appetite. &#8211; False<\/li>\n<li>Deficiency of vitamin D causes swollen and bleeding gums. &#8211; False<\/li>\n<li>Carbohydrates are the main source of energy in our diet. &#8211; True<\/li>\n<li>Expensive food is not always the best food &#8211; True<\/li>\n<li>Protein is a staple food. &#8211; False<\/li>\n<li>Haemoglobin is a carbohydrate. &#8211; False<\/li>\n<li>Cotton and paper are carbohydrates. &#8211; True<\/li>\n<li>Tomatoes contain vitamin C. &#8211; True<\/li>\n<li>Eating lady finger makes you good in mathematics. &#8211; False<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Class_6_Components_of_Food_MCQs_Extra_Questions\"><\/span>Class 6 Components of Food MCQs Extra Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Choose the correct option in the following questions:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 1: The food components needed by our body are called<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>ingredients<\/li>\n<li>nutrients<\/li>\n<li>fragments<\/li>\n<li>ornaments<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ans. b)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 2: Carbohydrates can be tested by using<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>iodine solution<\/li>\n<li>caustic soda<\/li>\n<li>copper sulphate<\/li>\n<li>fehling solution<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ans. a)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 3: Which one of the following is an energy giving component?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>Protein<\/li>\n<li>Vitamins and minerals<\/li>\n<li>Roughage<\/li>\n<li>Carbohydrates and fats<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ans. d)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 4: Vitamins and minerals are<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>protective food<\/li>\n<li>energy giving food<\/li>\n<li>body building food<\/li>\n<li>roughage<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ans. a)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 5: Roughage helps in<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>protecting our body from diseases<\/li>\n<li>movement of bowel<\/li>\n<li>providing energy<\/li>\n<li>building and repair of various body parts<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ans. b)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 6: Scurvy is caused due to the deficiency of<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>vitamin A<\/li>\n<li>vitamin B<\/li>\n<li>vitamin C<\/li>\n<li>vitamin D<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ans. c)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 7: Diseases caused due to the deficiency of vitamins are known as<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>dietary diseases<\/li>\n<li>chronic diseases<\/li>\n<li>deficiency diseases<\/li>\n<li>transmitted diseases<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ans. c)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 8: All the deficiency diseases can be prevented by<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>cleanliness<\/li>\n<li>taking medicine at proper time<\/li>\n<li>vaccination<\/li>\n<li>taking balanced diet<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ans. d)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question 9: Which of the following food items contains carbohydrates?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>Rice<\/li>\n<li>Gram<\/li>\n<li>Cabbage<\/li>\n<li>Pulses<\/li>\n<li>Ans. a)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Question 10: Night blindness is caused due to deficiency of<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\">\n<li>vitamin A<\/li>\n<li>vitamin B<\/li>\n<li>vitamin C<\/li>\n<li>vitamin 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