Question

what are micronutrients and why they are called micronutrients?

Answer 1

Micronutrients, as opposed to macronutrients (protein, carbohydrates and fat), are comprised of vitamins and minerals which are required in small quantities to ensure normal metabolism, growth and physical well-being

Answer 2

Carbohydrate, fats and protein are micronutrients whereas ‘vitamins and minerals’ are micro nutrients.

EXPLANATION:

Any food substance which is required by the body is known as nutrients. Nutrients are required in varying quantity for proper growth and development.

The ‘nutrients’ which are required in a large amount is known as ‘macro nutrients’ whereas the ‘nutrients’ which are required in traces are known as ‘micro nutrients’. They are micronutrients because the daily requirements of them is less than 10 microgram per day.