Q: What color change indicates the presence of proteins in a food test?
A: A violet color indicates the presence of proteins.
Q: Why are vitamins and minerals called protective nutrients?
A: They protect our body from diseases and keep us healthy.
Q: What is the main function of proteins in our diet?
A: Proteins help in growth and repair of our body.
Q: Name two sources of Vitamin D.
A: Exposure to sunlight and fish are sources of Vitamin D.
Q: What is the deficiency disease caused by lack of Vitamin D?
A: Rickets is caused by Vitamin D deficiency.
Q: Why should we include uncooked fruits and vegetables in our diet?
A: Some nutrients like Vitamin C are lost during cooking, so eating raw fruits and vegetables helps preserve these nutrients.
Q: What is the importance of water in our diet?
A: Water helps the body absorb nutrients from food and removes waste through sweat and urine.
Q: What is the main function of carbohydrates in our diet?
A: Carbohydrates are a primary source of energy for our body.
Q: Name two examples of millets mentioned in the chapter.
A: Jowar and bajra are examples of millets mentioned.
Q: Who initiated nutrition research in India?
A: Coluthur Gopalan initiated nutrition research in India.
Q: What is food fortification?
A: Food fortification is the process of adding nutrients to food during processing to improve its nutritional quality.
Q: Why is reducing food miles important?
A: Reducing food miles helps cut down transport costs and pollution, supports local farmers, and keeps food fresher.
Q: What government agency regulates food quality in India?
A: The Food Safety and Standard Authority of India (FSSAI) regulates food quality in India.
Q: Why are some foods called junk foods?
A: Foods with high calories due to high sugar and fat content, but low in essential nutrients, are called junk foods.
Q: What is the main advantage of millets as crops?
A: Millets can be easily cultivated in different climatic conditions.
Q: What is the Sanskrit saying mentioned at the beginning of the chapter?
A: “Annena jātāni jivanti”, which means “food gives life to living beings.”
Q: What program was implemented in 2002 to provide balanced food in schools?
A: The Mid-Day Meal Programme, now known as ‘PM POSHAN’, was implemented.
Class 6 Science Curiosity Chapter 3 Mindful Eating a Path to Healthy Body MCQ – Coming Soon
Class 6 Science curiosity Chapter 2 Diversity in the Living World
