Components of Food: Micronutrients
Exploring vitamins and minerals, their importance for health, and sources in common foods.
Key Questions
- Explain the specific roles of different vitamins in maintaining body functions.
- Compare the benefits of consuming a variety of fruits and vegetables for mineral intake.
- Predict the health consequences of a prolonged deficiency in a specific vitamin.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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