1. Which mineral is essential for strong bones and teeth?
- ASodium
- BIron
- CCalcium
- DIodine
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Answer: C
The correct answer is 'Calcium'.
Nutrition — Science Questions & Practice
Practise 12 Nutrition questions from Science for competitive exams such as UPSC, Banking, SSC and Railway. Read the worked questions below, check every answer with an explanation, and track what you get wrong.
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Practice questions on Nutrition — with answers
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2. Which nutrient is the primary source of energy in the human diet?
- ACarbohydrates
- BProteins
- CVitamins
- DFats
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Answer: A
The correct answer is 'Carbohydrates'.
3. Which nutrient is essential for building and repairing body tissues (body-building food)?
- AFats
- BCarbohydrates
- CProteins
- DMinerals
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Answer: C
The correct answer is 'Proteins'.
4. Which nutrient provides the highest amount of energy per gram?
- AProteins
- BVitamins
- CFats
- DCarbohydrates
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Answer: C
The correct answer is 'Fats'.
5. Deficiency of protein in children causes which disease?
- AKwashiorkor
- BMarasmus (caused by overall calorie deficiency)
- CRickets
- DScurvy
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Answer: A
The correct answer is 'Kwashiorkor'.
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