Question

5. Define the following terms:
a. Carbohydrates
b. Deficiency deseases
c. Roughage ​

Answer 1

Answer:

A). Carbohydrates:- Carbohydrates are one of the three main classes of foods and a source of energy. Carbohydrates are mainly sugars and starches that the body breaks down into glucose (a simple sugar that the body can use to feed its cells).

B) Deficiency disease:- disease (such as scurvy) caused by a lack of essential dietary elements and especially a vitamin or mineral.

C) Roughage:- The portion of the plant food that remain undigested and do not provide any nutrients to our body but provides bulk to our food is called roughage.