Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 5EVSConstituents of Food3 Marks
Question
Why are carbohydrates called energy giving food?
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Answer
When carbohydrates are digested they are converted to sugars. The sugars combine with oxygen and bum slowly in our body releasing energy. This energy is utilised for doing various work. Hence carbohydrates are called energy giving food.
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