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FOOD MCQs

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Question 31.


Communicable diseases are mainly caused due to _____.


  1.     lack of nutrients
  2.     spread of germs
  3.     lack of iron
  4.     increase in oxygen
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. -> spread of germs
:
B

Communicable diseases are caused by germs that are spread by a carrier agent (eg: mosquito) or directly from one human to another. Eg: Flu


Question 32.


Exercising regularly is a must for a healthy body. Which of the following nutrients help to repair muscles?


  1.     Minerals
  2.     Carbohydrates    
  3.     Fats    
  4.     Proteins
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option D. -> Proteins
:
D
Our body uses proteins to repair muscles. Hence, one should have adequate amount of food products like meat, eggs, paneer etc. which are rich in proteins.
Question 33.


Rina added substance 'X' in her pickle before filling it in the container so that it doesn't get spoiled. What could be substance 'X'?


  1.     Vinegar
  2.     Water
  3.     Salt
  4.     Both vinegar and salt
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option D. -> Both vinegar and salt
:
D

 Preservatives are the substances that are generally added to kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms in a food item.
 Common salt(NaCl) and sugar are natural preservatives, vinegar and sodium benzoate are chemical preservatives.
 Common salt removes the water content in the pickled mangoes. In the absence of water, bacteria can't multiply and hence it act as a preservative.
Similarly, fishermen add salt to fish to keep them fresh for a longer period of time.


Question 34.


____ is the term given for the combination of things we eat.


  1.     Diet
  2.     Brunch
  3.     Fats
  4.     Vitamins
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> Diet
:
A

A diet is the type and amount of food consumed by a person. A balanced diet ensures a healthy lifestyle.


Question 35.


Pizzas are rich in:


  1.     Fats and carbohydrates
  2.     Vitamins and minerals
  3.     Proteins and vitamins
  4.     Proteins and minerals
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> Fats and carbohydrates
:
A
The major ingredients of pizza are cheese and bread base.
Cheese is a rich source of fats. Bread is high in carbohydrates.
Question 36.


Which disease is caused by lack of vitamins?


  1.     Night Blindness
  2.     Obesity
  3.     Kwashiorkor
  4.     ketosis
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> Night Blindness
:
A
Night blindness is caused by lack of vitamins. Ketosis is caused by lack of carbohydrates. Kwashiorkor is caused by lack of proteins.
Obesity is a life-style disease.
Question 37.


Apples are rich in:


  1.     Fibre
  2.     Carbohydrates
  3.     Fats
  4.     Protein
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> Fibre
:
A
Fruits like apples, banana, oranges are high in fibre content and very good for digestion. Apples are rich in vitamins and minerals also.Apples Are Rich In:

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