Components of Food: Class 6 Science Q&A · Page 2
44 free answers on Components of Food (Science) for Class 6 students, across CBSE, ICSE and State boards.
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- ScienceClass 6CBSE
While using iodine in the laboratory, some drops of iodine fell on Paheli’s socks and some fell on her teacher 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?
The saree of Paheli’s teacher would have contained starch. When starch is exposed to iodine solution, starch turns into blue black so the saree also turned blue- black. Paheli’s socks would have not contained starch thus did not show any colour change.
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Tasty food is not always nutritious and nutritious food may not always be tasty to eat. Comment with examples.
Tasty food is not always nutritious like, burger, pizzas, chats, potato chips etc. are very tasty but not nutritious. These foods contain refined flour (Maida), spices and lot of oil which is not good for health. On the other hand, nutritious food may not always be tasty to eat like, boiled vegetables, pulses, leafy vegetables etc. are not always tasty but are very good for health. These foods contain important nutrients (proteins, vitamins, minerals etc.) which help us
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
1. Read the items of food listed below. Classify them into carbohydrate rich, protein rich and fat rich foods and fill them in the given table. Moong dal, fish, mustard oil, sweet potato, milk, rice, egg, beans, butter, butter milk (chhachh), cottage cheese (paneer), peas, maize, white bread. Carbohydrate Rich food Item (A) Protein Rich food Item (B) Fat Rich food Item (C) …… ……. ……. …… ……. ……. …… ……. …….
Solution: Carbohydrate Rich food Item (A) Protein Rich food Item (B) Fat Rich food Item (C) Sweet potato Moong dal Mustard oil Rice Fish Cottage Chee
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Fill in the blanks from the list of words given below. (carbohydrate, fat, protein, starch, sugar, vitamin A, vitamin C, roughage, balanced diet, obesity, goitre) (a) Egg yolk is rich in and egg albumin is rich in . (b) Deficiency diseases can be prevented by taking a . (c) Eating too much of fat rich foods may lead to a condition called . (d) The component of food that does not provide any nutrient to our body and yet is essential in our food is . The vitamin that gets easily destroyed by heating during cooking is .
Solution: fat, protein balanced diet obesity roughage vitamin C
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Which of the following food items does not provide any nutrient [Milk, Water, Orange juice, Tomato soup]
Water does not provide any nutrients to human body, yet it is essential for life.
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Unscramble the following words related to components of food and write them in the space provided. (a) reinpot (b) menliars (c) tivanmi (d) bocatradhyer (e) nitesturn tfa
Solution: Protein Minerals Vitamin Carbohydrate Nutrients Fat
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Given below are the steps to test the presence of proteins in a food item. (i) Take a small quantity of the food item in a test tube, add 10 drops of water to it and shake it. (ii) Make a paste or powder of food to be tested. (iii) Add 10 drops of caustic soda solution to the test tube and shake well. (iv) Add 2 drops of copper sulphate solution to it. Which of the following is the correct sequence of the steps? (a) i, ii, iv, iii (b) ii, i, iv, iii (c) ii, i, iii, iv iv, ii, i, iii
(b): ii, i, iv, iii To test the presence of proteins in a food item, first make a paste or powder of food to be tested (ii), then take small quantity of the food item in a test tube, add 10 drops of water to it and shake it (i). After that add 2 drops of copper sulphate solution to it (iv), and finally add 10 drops of caustic soda solution to the test tube and shake well (iii). Let the test tube stand for a few minutes and observe the colour of the solution in the test tube. A
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Read the following statements about diseases. (i) They are caused by germs. (ii) They are caused due to lack of nutrients in our diet. (iii) They can be passed on to another person through contact. (iv) They can be prevented by taking a balanced diet. Which pair of statements best describe a deficiency disease? (a) (i) and (ii) (b) (ii) and (iii) (c) (ii) and (iv) (i) and (iii)
Solution: (c): They are caused due to lack of nutrients in our diet. And they can be prevented by taking a balanced diet. Deficiency diseases are the diseases which are caused by deficiency of nutrients in the diet. These are non infectious and do not spread from one to another person.
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Read the food items given below. (i) Wheat (ii) Ghee (iii) Iodized salt (iv) Spinach (palak) Which of the above food items are “energy giving foods”? (a) (i) and (iv) (b) (ii) and (iv) (c) (i) and (ii) (iii) and (iv)
Solution: (c): Wheat and Ghee. Fats and carbohydrates are energy giving foods hence ghee is rich in fats whereas wheat is rich in carbohydrates. So, these are energy giving foods. Iodized salt and spinach are protective foods because iodized salt contain minerals and spinach is rich in both minerals and vitamins.
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Which of the following nutrients is not present in milk? (a) Protein (b) Vitamin C (c) Calcium Vitamin D
Solution: (b): Vitamin C Vitamin C is present in negligible amount in milk whereas protein, calcium and vitamin D are present in considerable amounts in milk.
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
1. Which of the following sources of protein is different from others? (a) Peas (b) Gram (c) Soya beans Cottage cheese (paneer)
Solution: (d): Cottage cheese (paneer) Cottage cheese (paneer) is the source of animal protein whereas peas, gram and soya beans are the sources of plant proteins.
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Which one of the following food item does not provide dietary fiber? (a) Wholegrain (b) Whole pulses (c) Fruits and vegetables Milk
(d): Milk. Animal products like milk do not contain dietary fiber. Dietary fiber is formed of cellulose and is obtained mainly from plant products. Whole grains, whole pulses, fruits and vegetables are rich sources of dietary fiber.
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Fill in the blanks. (a) ______________ is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin D. (b) Deficiency of ______________ causes a disease known as beriberi. (c) Deficiency of Vitamin C causes a disease known as ______________. (d) Night blindness is caused due to deficiency of ____________ in our food.
Solution: (a) Rickets is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin D. (b) Deficiency of Vitamin B1 causes a disease known as beriberi. (c) Deficiency of Vitamin C causes a disease known as Scurvy. (d) Night blindness is caused due to deficiency of Vitamin A in our food.
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Tick (√) the statements that are correct. (a) By eating rice alone, we can fulfil the nutritional requirements of our body. ( ) (b) Deficiency diseases can be prevented by eating a balanced diet. ( ) (c) Balanced diet for the body should contain a variety of food items. ( ) (d) Meat alone is sufficient to provide all nutrients to the body. ( )
Solution: (a) By eating rice alone, we can fulfil the nutritional requirements of our body. ( ) (b) Deficiency diseases can be prevented by eating a balanced diet. (√ ) (c) Balanced diet for the body should contain a variety of food items. (√ ) (d) Meat alone is sufficient to provide all nutrients to the body. ( )
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Name two foods, each rich in: (a) Fats (b) Starch (c) Dietary fibre (d) Protein
Solution: a) Cream, butter b) Rice, wheat c) Whole grains, raw vegetables d) Milk, soya bean
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
Name the following: (a) The nutrients which mainly give energy to our body. (b) The nutrients that are needed for the growth and maintenance of our body. (c) A vitamin required for maintaining good eyesight. (d) A mineral that is required for keeping our bones healthy.
Solution: a) Carbohydrates b) Proteins and minerals c) Vitamin A d) Calcium
- ScienceClass 6CBSE
1. Name the major nutrients in our food
Solution: The major nutrients in our food are Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Vitamins, Minerals and dietary fibres.
- ScienceClass 6All
what is toned milk?
Toned milk is a type of milk that has had some of the fat content removed or "toned down" to reduce its fat content while retaining some of the essential nutrients found in whole milk. The process involves adding skim milk powder or water to whole milk and then homogenizing it. This dilution process reduces the fat content of the milk, typically to around 3% to 3.5% fat, which is less than the roughly 4-4.5% fat content found in whole milk. Toned milk is often marketed as a healthier
- ScienceClass 6All
What do we get from cereals pulses fruits and vegetables?
Cereals, pulses, fruits, and vegetables are important components of a balanced and nutritious diet, providing a variety of essential nutrients that contribute to overall health and well-being. Here's what we typically get from each of these food groups: Cereals: Carbohydrates: Cereals, such as rice, wheat, oats, and corn, are rich in carbohydrates, which are the body's primary source of energy. Fiber: Whole
- ScienceClass 6All
What are the three primary necessities of human beings fulfilled by plants?
Plants fulfill three fundamental human needs: food, clothing, and shelter. Plants provide food through cereals, pulses, fruits, and vegetables that supply energy and essential nutrients. Cotton, jute, and flax plants provide fibers for clothing and textiles. Wood from trees is used for constructing homes, furniture, and various building materials. Additionally, plants supply oxygen, medicines, and fuel, making them indispensable to human survival and well-being.