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What is nutrition? Why do we need nutrition? Give the names of major nutrients? [3 MARKS]

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1. The process or mode by which organisms take in food and utilize it, is called as nutrition.
2. Energy is needed for any organism to work, grow and reproduce.
3. The main nutrients are carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals.


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