Ever since we invented agriculture, we have always strived for more efficient ways to enhance food production. This fact is made even more apparent due to commercialization and the increase in the world population. Furthermore, there are practices that are considered “unethical” and they drastically affect the quality of food. Besides adulteration, there are other concerns such as safe storage of food grains, nutritional value etc.
Learn more about strategies that are implemented for enhancing food production by exploring Class 12 Biology Revision Notes Chapter 9 – Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production, right here on BYJU’s.
CBSE Class 12 Biology Chapter 9 Notes
Further Reading
| Minerals In Food |
| Metabolism |
| Nutrients |
Frequently asked Questions on CBSE Class 12 Biology Notes Chapter 9: Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production
What are the important minerals necessary for proper human health balance?
The essential minerals or micronutrients are calcium, potassium, magnesium, chlorine, phosphorus, sodium and sulfur.
What is ‘Metabolism’?
Metabolism is the chemical reactions in the body’s cells that change food into energy.
What are the effects of ‘Adulteration’?
Consumption of adulterated food, can lead to various chronic diseases like Liver Disorder, Diarrhoea, Stomach Disorder, Lahyrism Cancer, Vomiting, Dysentery, Cancer, Joint Pain, Heart Diseases, Food Poisoning
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