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Write T for the true statement and F for the false one. Correct the false statements(s).
1. There are three main nutrients present in food.
2. Plants store energy in the form of starch.
3. Saturated fats are normally liquid at room temperature.
4. Insoluble roughage helps in bood circulation.
5. Excess loss of water from the body causes constipation.

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Solution

1. There are three main nutrients present in food.
False. There are six main nutrients present in food, viz. carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and dietary fibres.

2. Plants store energy in the form of starch.
True. Plants store energy in the form of starch.

3. Saturated fats are normally liquid at room temperature.
False. Saturated fats are normally solid at room temperature.

4. Insoluble roughage helps in blood circulation.
True. Insoluble roughage helps in blood circulation.

5. Excess loss of water from the body causes constipation.
False. Excessive loss of water from the body causes dehydration.

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