Nutrients are classified into macronutrients and micronutrients. Based on the statements given below, choose the correct option.
Statement 1- Carbohydrates and fats are macronutrients.
Statement 2- Calcium and Zinc are micronutrients.
Statement 3- Lead is required in considerable amounts in the body.
Statement 4-Copper is not required by the body.
Nutrients are classified into macronutrients and micronutrients. Based on the statements given below, choose the correct option.
Statement 1- Carbohydrates and fats are macronutrients.
Statement 2- Calcium and Zinc are micronutrients.
Statement 3- Lead is required in considerable amounts in the body.
Statement 4-Copper is not required by the body.
The correct option is D Statement 2 is correct, Statement 3 is incorrect.
Nutrients are components in food that an organism uses for its life processes. Nutrients can be classified into two major categories based on the amount required by the body and their ability to provide energy. Carbohydrates, fats and proteins are required by the body in large amount and provide energy to the body. Hence, these are considered to be macronutrients. Micronutrients are required by the body in considerably small amount as compared to macronutrients. These include elements such as Calcium, Phosphorous, Copper, Zinc, etc.
Statement 2 is correct, Statement 3 is incorrect.
Nutrients are components in food that an organism uses for its life processes. Nutrients can be classified into two major categories based on the amount required by the body and their ability to provide energy. Carbohydrates, fats and proteins are required by the body in large amount and provide energy to the body. Hence, these are considered to be macronutrients. Micronutrients are required by the body in considerably small amount as compared to macronutrients. These include elements such as Calcium, Phosphorous, Copper, Zinc, etc.
