Flashcards on Food

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What is the largest organ in the body?

Skin

What is the primary source of energy for our body?

Carbohydrates

What is the nutrient responsible for building and repairing body tissues?

Protein

What type of food provides our body with essential vitamins and minerals?

Fruits and vegetables

What is the process of converting food into chemical substances that can be absorbed by the body called?

Digestion

What is the main function of fats in our body?

Storing energy

What is the process of preserving food by heating it to a high temperature called?

Cooking

What is the difference between a herbivore and a carnivore?

A herbivore primarily eats plants, while a carnivore primarily eats animals.

Which food group provides our body with calcium for strong bones and teeth?

Dairy products

What are the three macronutrients that our body needs in large amounts?

Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats

What is the chemical process through which plants make their own food called?

Photosynthesis

What is the term used for feeling full and satisfied after eating a meal?

Satiety

Which type of food is high in iron and important for the production of red blood cells?

Leafy green vegetables

What is the process of changing the physical state of a substance through freezing or heating called?

Phase change

What is the term used for the sensation of taste?

Gustation

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Test Your Knowledge


Which nutrient is responsible for building and repairing body tissues?



What is the primary source of energy for our body?



Which of the following is an example of a carbohydrate-rich food?



Which food group provides our body with vitamins and minerals?



Which macronutrient is a good source of long-lasting energy?



Which process converts food into chemical substances that can be absorbed by the body?



Which nutrient is important for the production of red blood cells?



What is the term used for the process of preserving food by heating it to a high temperature?



How is a herbivore different from a carnivore?



Which type of food is high in calcium for strong bones and teeth?




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