Question

Differentiate between micro and macro nutrients.

Answer 1

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Nutrients required to organisms are classified into micronutrients and macronutrients.

● Difference between micronutrients and macronutrients

• Micronutrients are essential elements that are required in minimum quantities. Macronutrients are essential elements that are required in large quantities.
• Micronutrients dont provide energy to the organism while macronutrients provide energy to the organism.
• Usually toxicity is caused by micronutrients not micronutrients.
• Example of micronutrients, vitamins and minerals. Example of micronutrients, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins.

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Answer 2

Difference between micro and macronutrients:

Macronutrients - These nutrients are required on a large scale for the body on a daily basis. Macronutrients are the major nutrients for the body which helps the growth for the body, helps in the development of the new tissues. These nutrients can produce huge energy for the body. These nutrients play an important role for the construction of the body.

Micronutrients - These nutrients are necessary for a small amount for the body on daily basis. Micro-nutrients support the macronutrients to play their role in the body. These nutrients are also helpful for the growth of the healthy brain, bones, and body. These nutrients can play a role in the growth of the body and the prevention of diseases.