Matter-Nature and Behaviour Anything that occupies space and has mass is called Matter. According to early Indian philosophers, every living and non-living thing is made of five basic elements called the panchtatava- Air, water, earth, sky and fire. Therefore, the matter is composed of these five constituents. Properties of Matter The matter is made up …
What are Microorganisms? MICRO-ORGANISMS ↓ ↓ Very small Living plant or animal They are living organisms of very small sizes. They are so small that they …
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Introduction To provide food for a large population regular crop production, proper management and distribution is required. When the same type of plant is grown in one place on a large scale, it is called a crop. Depending upon the seasons in India, there are two primary types of crops: Kharif Crops: The crops which …
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Different Ways of Taking Food Nutrition in animals includes nutrients requirements, mode of intake of food and its utilization in the body. Digestion: It is the process by which animals’ break down complex food substances into simpler substances. Different ways of taking food. Digestion in Humans The digestive tract and the associated glands together make …
Introduction The manner of taking food by an organism and its utilisation by the body is known as Nutrition. Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals are components of food and are called nutrients. Mode of Nutrition in Plants Autotrophs or Autotrophic The mode of nutrition in which organisms prepare food themselves from simple …
What do different food items contain? Food is a basic requirement for all living organisms because it provides energy for carrying out various physical activities. Food contains components needed by our body. These components are called nutrients. Our food mainly contains five types of nutrients namely vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Apart from this …
Introduction Any substance that human beings, animals or plants eat to nourish their body for proper growth and maintenance is called food. All living beings require food. Food is required by all living beings for four main purposes: for proper growth. to provide energy for doing work. for the repair and replacement of the damaged …
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