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Nutrition and Diet — Science STD 6 — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 6ScienceNutrition and Diet2 Marks
Question
Exposure to sunlight is essential.
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Answer

  1. On exposure to sunlight our body synthesizes Vitamin D from substances in milk, fish, eggs and butter.
  2. Its deficiency causes softening of bones (Rickets).
  3. Vitamin D helps in absorbing calcium and phosphorous for healthy bones and teeth.
  4. Hence, exposure to sunlight is essential.

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