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Chemistry in Everyday Life — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistryChemistry in Everyday Life4 Marks
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Write a note on nutrients.
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Nutrients:
  • Nutrients are obtained from food and are used as a source of energy by the body.
  • The main nutrients obtained from food are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water. Most nutrients are organic macromolecules.
  • Along with providing energy, these nutrients also regulate various body functions like growth, repair of damaged body tissues, etc.
The following table consists of different types of nutrients and their major sources.pe of nutrient
Sources
CarbohydratesGrains, fruits, vegetables, etc.
ProteinsMeat, fish. eggs, dairy products, pulses, etc.
LipidsDairy products, vegetable oil, animal fats, etc.
VitaminsGrains, fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, pulses, etc.

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