1
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Photosynthesis
A
-Plants use sunlight, water and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and glucose.
2
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Name the 7 nutrients needed in your body.
A
- Fibre
- Carbohydrates
- Fats
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Water
- Protein
3
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Why is Fibre needed ?
A
Bowel movement
4
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Why are Carbohydrates needed ?
A
Energy
5
Q
Why is Protein needed ?
A
Growth and repair
6
Q
Why are Vitamins needed ?
A
Health
7
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Why is Fats needed ?
A
Warmth and energy
8
Q
Why are minerals needed ?
A
Health
9
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Why is water needed ?
A
Hydration
10
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What is starch ?
A
Starch is a form of carbohydrate
11
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How do you test for starch ?
A
- Add iodine solution to food solution
- If the solution turns dark blue/black= STARCH/CARBOHYDRATES
12
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How do you test for Fats ?
A
- Rub food on to grease paper
- Hold paper up to light.
- If paper turns translucent= LIPIDS
13
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How do you test for Protein ?
A
- Add copper sulphate & Sodium Hydroxide solution to food solution
- If the food solution turns purple= PROTEIN
14
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How do you test for sugar ?
A
- Add Benedict’s solution to food solution
- Heat the test tube in a water bath
- If the solution turns orange/red= SUGAR
15
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What is a renewable fuel ?
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- A resource that never runs out.
- Example: solar energy,hydropower.
16
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What is a non-renewable fuel?
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- A fuel that will run out.
- Example of fossil fuels: coal, oil, wood
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