CG Board Class 6 Science Health and Hygiene Notes / Textbook Exercises / Question Answers as well as Additional Question Answers from the Chapter.
Write right/wrong against these statements –
1. There should be no standing water in the ground, near taps, wells and in our homes. [Right]
2. We should dirty our houses, schools and public toilets. [Wrong]
3. We should spit only on roads and walls. [Wrong]
4. We should put peels of vegetables and fruits in plastic bags before throwing them.[Right]
5. The dining area should be kept clean. [Right]
6. We should delay taking the sick person to the hospital.[Wrong]
7. Loud speakers should be used at full volume.[Wrong]
8. Plants and trees should be cut.[Wrong]
9. We should not urinate outside our homes or on the streets.[Right]
Match correctly:
| Column A | Column B |
| Protein | Body-building |
| Tobacco chewing | Mouth cancer |
| Part affected by smoking | Lungs |
| Minerals and vitamins | Care for the body |
| Personal health | Protection of the body |
Choose the correct alternative :
i. Found in large quantities in rice, potato and sugar
a. Vitamins
b. Proteins
c. Carbohydrates
d. Minerals
ii. Diarrhoea occurs due to
a. drinking infected water
b. over-eating
c. drinking clean water
d. eating salads
iii. Breathing problems may occur due to
a. Soil pollution
b. Air pollution
c. Water pollution
d. Noise pollution
iv. Vaccination for which disease involves taking an oral dose of the vaccine:
a. Malaria
b. Diarrhoea
c. Cold
d. Polio
v. Disposal of garbage should be:
a. packed in plastic bags
b. thrown on the streets
c. thrown outside the houses
d. segregated and if possible some materials recycled.
Fill in the blanks with correct option.
(a) Lack of vitamin A causes………………….disease (night blindness/ scurvy)
(b) We get …………… from sour fruits. (vitamin D / vitamin C )
(c) ………………… is the energy giving food. (dal / rice)
(d) Body building food is ………………… ( ground nut / banana)
(e) For good health ……………… is needed. (balanced diet/ narcotic drugs)
Write answers to these questions:
i. Why is there a need to have a balanced diet?
A balanced diet is needed because it provides the body with all the essential nutrients in the right proportions. It ensures that we get the necessary carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water for our overall health and well-being.
ii. Why should fruits and vegetables be washed before use?
Fruits and vegetables should be washed before use to remove dirt, pesticides, and contaminants. This washing helps to make them safe to consume and reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
iii. Why should food and water be kept covered?
Food and water should be kept covered to prevent contamination and to protect them from flies, dust, and other environmental pollutants. Covering food and water helps maintain their hygiene and safety.
iv. Why is health education necessary?
Health education is necessary to create awareness about healthy practices, diseases, prevention, and the importance of hygiene. It empowers individuals to make informed choices about their health and well-being.
v. What all should be kept in mind to keep healthy?
To stay healthy, we should Maintain a balanced diet ,maintain good hygiene ,Exercise regularly ,Get enough sleep,Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption etc.
vi. Why are toilets necessary at our homes and schools ?
Toilets are necessary at homes and schools for several reasons:
- To promote proper sanitation and hygiene.
- To prevent open defecation, which can lead to the spread of diseases.
- To provide privacy and dignity, especially for women and children.
- To ensure the safe disposal of human waste.
- To reduce environmental pollution and contamination of water sources.
