Non Communicable Diseases

Q. 'Minerals and vitamins are needed in very small quantities by our body as compared to other components, yet they are an important part of a balanced diet.' Explain the statement.

Q. ___________ are network of thin tubes that are responsible for exchange of essential materials between blood and tissues.

1. Arteries
2. Veins
3. Capillaries
4. Both (a) & (b)

Q. Name the disease that mostly occurs in children due to the deficiency of proteins and carbohydrates.

1. Marasmus
2. Pellagra
3. Goitre
4. Rickets

Q. A healthy person over ______ years of age can donate blood.

1. 15
2. 18
3. 20
4. 21

Q. 'Vitamins are needed in very small quantities by our body as compared to other components, yet they are an important part of a balanced diet.' Explain the statement.
[3 marks]

Q.

What happens in a heart attack?

Q. Pair the given conditions with the mineral deficiency they are linked to.

1. Weak bones
2. Calcium
3. Goitre
4. Iodine
5. Anaemia
6. Iron

Q. Iron helps in the formation of haemoglobin.

1. False
2. True

Q. 'Minerals and vitamins are needed in very small quantities by our body as compared to other components, yet they are an important part of a balanced diet.' Explain the statement. [3 marks]