Tick (√) the statements if it is correct.
By eating rice alone, we can fulfil nutritional requirement of our body. ( )

Open in App

Solution

By eating rice alone, we can fulfil nutritional requirement of our body. (X)

The given statement is false. (0.5 marks)

Rice is rich in carbohydrates. The major nutrients required by our food are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals. In addition, the food contains dietary fibres and water which are also needed by our body. All these nutrients are required to fulfil the nutritional requirement of our body. Hence, eating rice alone cannot fulfil the nutritional requirement of our body. (1.5 marks)

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Question 04(iv)

Tick (√) the statements that are correct.
Meat alone is sufficient to provide all nutrients to the body. ( )

Question 04(i)

Tick (√) the statements that are correct.
By eating rice alone, we can fulfil nutritional requirement of our body. ( )

By eating rice alone, we can fulfill nutritional requirement of our body.

Tick (||) the statements that are correct.

(a) By eating rice alone, we can fulfil the nutritional requirement in our body. ( )

(b) Deficiency diseases can be prevented by eating a balanced diet. ( )

(d) Meat alone is sufficient to provide all nutrients to the body. ( )

Join BYJU'S Learning Program