MEDIUM
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
Earn 100

While using iodine in the laboratory, some drops of iodine fell on Paheli’s socks and some fell on her teacher’s saree. The drops of iodine on the saree turned blue-black while their colour did not change on the socks. What can be the possible reason?

Important Questions on Components of Food

HARD
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
Paheli and Boojho peeled some potatoes and cut them into small pieces. They washed and boiled them in water. They threw away the excess water and fried them in oil adding salt and spices. Although the potato dish tasted very good, its nutrient value was less. Suggest a method of cooking potatoes that will not lower the nutrients in them.
EASY
6th CBSE
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Paheli avoids eating vegetables but likes to eat biscuits, noodles and white bread. She frequently complains of stomach aches and constipation. What are the food items that she should include in her diet to get rid of the problem? Give reason for your answer.
EASY
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
List all those components of food that provide nutrients.
EASY
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
Mention two components of food that do not provide nutrients.
EASY
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
'Minerals and vitamins are needed in very small quantities by our body as compared to other components, yet, they are an important part of a balanced diet.’ Explain the statement.
EASY
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
‘Water does not provide nutrients, yet it is an important component of food.’ Explain?
EASY
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
Boojho was having difficulty in seeing things in dim light. The doctor tested his eyesight and prescribed a particular vitamin supplement. He also advised him to include a few food items in his diet. Which deficiency disease is he suffering from? (Night blindness/ Rickets)
MEDIUM
6th CBSE
IMPORTANT
Boojho was having difficulty in seeing things in dim light. The doctor tested his eyesight and prescribed a particular vitamin supplement. He also advised him to include a few food items in his diet. Which food component may be lacking in his diet? Is it Vitamin A or Vitamin D?