II. Short Answer Questions:
(Questions a to c carry 2 marks each while d to f carry 3 marks each)
What is protein? Name two plant food items which provide protiens,
a.
b. What is the main difference between plant proteins and animal protiens!
C.
What is the function of fats in our body.
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Answer:
Explanation
b. Animal foods are the highest quality protein sources. Plant sources lack one or more amino acids, which makes it more difficult to get all the amino acids that your body needs
c.Dietary fats are essential to give your body energy and to support cell growth. They also help protect your organs and help keep your body warm. Fats help your body absorb some nutrients and produce important hormones, too.
a.The following healthful, plant-based foods have a high-protein content per serving:
Tofu, tempeh, and edamame. Share on Pinterest Soy products such as tofu, tempeh, and edamame are among the richest sources of protein in a vegan diet. ...
Lentils. ...
Chickpeas. ...
Peanuts. ...
Almonds. ...
Spirulina. ...
Quinoa. ...
Mycoprotein.
Answer:
Proteins are large biomolecules, or macromolecules, consisting of one or more long chains of amino acid residues.
Explanation:
- Lentils.
- Chickpeas