8. human nutrition

Question 1

list the sources of carbohydrates and it’s importance

Answer 1

grains
- aerobic respiration for energy

Question 2

list the sources of proteins and it’s importance

Answer 2

chicken, meat
- growth and repair of muscles, bones

• formation of antibodies

Question 2

list the sources of water and it’s importance

Answer 2

• solvent for organic compounds
• hydrolysis of large compounds

Question 3

list the sources of fibre and it’s importance

Answer 3

vegetable, fruits, nuts
- to bulk feaces to make it easier to pass through alimentary canal and prevent constipation

Question 3

list the sources of lipids and it’s importance

Answer 3

butter, egg yolk
- insulation to prevent heat loss

Question 4

list the sources of vitamin c and it’s importance

Question 5

list the deficiency of vitamin c and symptoms