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d. All of these

8. Which of the following is not present in milk?
a. Phosphorus
b. Calcium
c. Iron
d. Potassium

9. Read the following statement about diseases -
i. They are caused by germs.
ii. They are caused due to lack of certain nutrients in our diet.
iii. They can be passed from one person to another through contact.
iv. They can be prevented by eating a balanced diet.
Which pair of statements best describe a deficiency disease?
a. (i) & (ii)
b. (ii) & (iii)
c. (ii) & (iv)
d. (i) & (iii)

10. Which of these vitamins is essential for the absorption and utilisation of
calcium in our body?
a. Vitamin A
b. Vitamin C
c. Vitamin K
d. Vitamin D

Subjective

1) Why are vitamins and minerals called ‘protective foods’? 1 E

2) Name the fat-soluble vitamins. 1 E

3) Why is milk called a complete food? 1 Av

4) Our grandmothers would often advise that new born babies 3 Av
should be exposed to sunlight. Does it have a scientific reason?
Why is this done?

5) Vitamins and minerals are needed to keep our body fit and 3 D
healthy. They also protect us from some diseases.
a) Why does lack of iron in our diet lead to low energy levels
of the body?
b) Name two sources of food rich in iron.

6) Mention the importance of (a) Vitamin B (b) Vitamin K (c) 3 D
Vitamin C