Question

a. X, Y and Z are the three essential nutrients of our food. X and Y are needed by
our body in comparatively small amounts but Z is required in fairly large
amount. The nutrients like X are necessary for good eyesight, healthy teeth,
gums and bones etc. whereas nutrients like Y are needed to build bones and
teeth, formation of blood and functioning of thyroid gland etc. the nutrient Z is
required exclusively for the growth and repair of the body.
What could the nutrient X be?
Name the nutrient Y.
What do you think is nutrient Z?
Out of X, Y and Z, which nutrients are usually found in fruits and vegetables?
Name two common food items which provide us Z.
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Answer 1

Answer:

The nutrients are as follows: X are vitamins, Y are minerals, and Z is protein.

The nutrients X and Y are commonly found in fruits and vegetables.

Two common food items that provide us Z (Proteins) are: Meat and Fish.