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Question | Answer |
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how do plants make their food | plants make their food through Photosynthesis |
why is food necessary | food is necessary for energy and to supply the nutrients the body needs |
what is the function of carbohydrates | to provide energy e.g. bread & Milk |
What is the function of protein | protein grows and repairs cells, makes hair and muscles. It is found in fish & egg white |
what is the function of fats | to store energy and for insulation. It is found in cheese and butter |
what is the function of vitamin C | to keep skin healthy e.g. Citrus fruits |
What is the function of Vitamin D | to make bones strong. It is found in milk |
why is iron needed | to make red blood cells. It is found in red meat |
what is the function of Calcium | to make bones healthy e.g. Milk |
when starch is present iodine turns what colour | from brown to black |
when sugar is present Benedict's solution turns what colour | blue - red (when heated) |
when protein is present Biurets turns what colour | blue- violet |
when fat is present prawn paper turns what colour | translucent |
what unit is energy measured in | kilojoules |