Biology - Life processes

Question 1

What are the six essential nutrients?

Answer 1

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water

Question 2

True or False: Vitamins provide energy to the body.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide _____ to the body.

Answer 3

energy

Question 4

Which nutrient is primarily responsible for growth and repair of tissues?

Answer 4

Proteins

Question 5

What type of fat is considered healthy and can be found in olive oil?

Answer 5

Monounsaturated fats

Question 6

Multiple choice: Which vitamin is primarily obtained from sunlight?

Answer 6

Vitamin D

Question 7

True or False: Water is considered a macronutrient.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What is the role of dietary fiber in nutrition?

Answer 8

To aid in digestion and prevent constipation

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The recommended daily intake of water is about _____ liters for adults.

Answer 9

2-3

Question 10

Which mineral is essential for oxygen transport in the blood?

Answer 10

Iron

Question 11

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a complete protein source?

Answer 11

Eggs

Question 12

True or False: All fats are bad for health.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

What is the primary source of energy for athletes during prolonged exercise?

Answer 13

Carbohydrates

Question 14

Fill in the blank: A deficiency in vitamin C can lead to _____ disease.

Answer 14

scurvy

Question 15

Which nutrient is crucial for maintaining healthy bones?

Answer 15

Calcium

Question 16

Multiple choice: What is the primary function of antioxidants?

Answer 16

To protect cells from damage

Question 17

True or False: Protein can be stored in the body for later use.

Answer 17

False

Question 18

What is the function of essential fatty acids in the body?

Answer 18

To support cell structure and function

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The body requires _____ amino acids from food, known as essential amino acids.

Answer 19

nine

Question 20

Which vitamin is important for vision?

Answer 20

Vitamin A

Question 21

Multiple choice: Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Answer 21

Salmon

Question 22

True or False: A balanced diet includes a variety of foods from all food groups.

Answer 22

True

Question 23

What is the role of probiotics in nutrition?

Answer 23

To promote gut health

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The _____ index measures how quickly foods raise blood sugar levels.

Answer 24

glycemic

Question 25

What is the main function of B vitamins?

Answer 25

To help the body convert food into energy

Question 26

Multiple choice: Which mineral is important for thyroid function?

Answer 26

Iodine

Question 27

True or False: Processed foods often contain added sugars and unhealthy fats.

Answer 27

True

Question 28

What is the significance of the food pyramid?

Answer 28

It serves as a guide for a balanced diet.

Question 29

why do herbivores have longer Small intstine ?

Answer 29

Herbivores have longer small intestines than carnivores because they eat plant and grass-based foods high in cellulose and need a long time to digest. Bile is a digestive liquid that the liver secretes and stores in the gallbladder. Bile's purpose in the gut is to aid fat digestion and absorption.

Question 30

How are lungs designed in human beings to maximize the area for exchange of gases?

Answer 30

The walls of the alveoli are supplied with an extensive network of blood vessels. - So lungs maximize the area for a gaseous exchange through the presence of large numbers of alveoli which are richly supplied with blood. - To make a gas exchange in lungs the alveoli are adapted to happen easily and efficiently.

Question 31

Write the erode of any three digestive enzymes in human digestive System.

Answer 31

The impact caused by the disposal of millions of these cups on a daily basis caused a serious environment concern and disposable Kulhads, made of clay, were used instead. However, this resulted in loss of the fertile top-soil and hence was discontinued and has now been replaced by disposable paper cups.

Question 32

Photosynthesis is necessary event of earth. Justifies this Statement.

Answer 32

In the absence of photosynthesis there would be no oxygen which is essential for the survival of all living beings and also if plants do not follow photosynthesis, they won't remain healthy and will soon die . Due to this, other human beings and animals will not receive food and soon they will also perish .Thus, we can say that life would be impossible on the earth in the absence of photosynthesis.