ICSE CLASS 9 Biology Selina Chapter 10 Nutrition Questions papers only

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1.
A. MULTIPLE CHOICE TYPE
Select the correct option:
(a) Which of the following pairs consists entirely of simple sugars (monosaccharides)?

(1) Sucrose and glucose
(2) Glucose and maltose
(3) Fructose and glucose
(4) Maltose and lactose

(b) Which of the following correctly matches a mineral nutrient with one of its rich sources?

(1) Calcium – Potato
(2) Sodium – Citrus fruits
(3) Iodine – Dairy milk
(4) Potassium – Banana

(c) The condition Marasmus results from a deficiency of:

(1) Vitamin C
(2) Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
(3) Fat

(d) Which vitamins are classified as fat-soluble?

(1) A, D, and E
(2) B, D, and E
(3) B, C, and D
(4) A, B, and C

(e) What is the best source of Vitamin A?

(1) Apple
(2) Honey
(3) Carrot
(4) Peanuts

(f) Ascorbic acid is known as which vitamin?

(1) C
(2) D
(3)B
(4)A

(g) Which component of a balanced diet aids in the smooth passage of food through the intestines?

(1) Fats
(2) Proteins
(3) Roughage
(4) Vitamins

(h) Which sugar is commonly referred to as grape sugar?

(1) Fructose
(2) Lactose
(3) Glucose
(4) Galactose

(i) Which of the following is made up of two glucose molecules?

(1) Maltose
(2) Sucrose
(3) Lactose
(4) Fructose

(j) What disease is caused by a deficiency of Thiamine?

(1) Osteomalacia
(2) Beri beri
(3) Rickets
(4) Dermatitis

B. VERY SHORT ANSWER TYPE

1. true (T) or false (F):
   (a) Cellulose in our diet remains undigested (T/F)
   (b) Kwashiorkor is a serious vitamin deficiency disorder (T/F)
   (c) Iron is essential for the proper functioning of the thyroid gland (T/F)
   (d) Foods help protect us from diseases, so antibiotics, which also offer protection, are considered foods (T/F)
   (e) Mineral salts play a role in regulating bodily functions (T/F)

2.
Identify the mineral required for the following:
(i) Healthy teeth
(ii) Proper thyroid function
(iii) Hemoglobin synthesis
(iv) Chemical energy production (ATP)
(v) Nerve cell permeability

3.
Name the nutrients that lead to the following diseases when deficient:
(i) Pernicious anemia
(ii) Pellagra
(iii) Night blindness
(iv) Goitre
(v) Kwashiorkor

4.
Identify the odd one out in each group and categorize the others:
(i) Xerophthalmia, Marasmus, Pellagra, Scurvy.
(ii) Riboflavin, Thiamine, Folic acid, Iodine.
(iii) Glucose, Fructose, Galactose, Lactose
(iv) Cellulose, Glycogen, Fructose, Starch.
(v) Calcium, Sodium, Iron, Potassium.

5.
Match the items in column A with those in column B.
Column A Column B
(a) Tocopherol (1) Vitamin C
(b) Phylloquinone (2) Vitamin D
(c) Retinol (3) Vitamin K
(d) Ascorbic acid (4) Vitamin A
(e) Calciferol (5) Vitamin E

6.
List two diseases resulting from deficiencies of the following:
(a) Vitamin A
(b) Vitamin D
(c) Vitamin B1
(d) Iodine
(e) Protein

7.
Identify the deficiency diseases based on the following clues:
(a) Prolonged bleeding due to delayed clotting.
(b) Enlargement of the thyroid located in the neck.
(c) Inadequate mental and physical development in children.
(d) Difficulty seeing in low light conditions.
(e) Dryness and ulceration of the cornea.

8.
Fill in the blanks:
(a) Glucose + _ → Lactose
(b) Glucose + Glucose → _
(c) _ + Fructose → Sucrose
(d) _ (CHO) → _
(e) Amino acid + Amino acid + Amino acid + Amino acid → _

C. SHORT ANSWER TYPE

1.
Define the following terms:
(a) Balanced diet
(b) Malnutrition
(c) Food
(d) Nutrients
(e) Kwashiorkor

2.
Provide two examples for each category and their benefits for the body:
(i) Monosaccharides
(ii) Disaccharides
(iii) Polysaccharides

3.
Discuss the key functions of the following food components in the body:
(a) Cellulose
(b) Fat
(c) Proteins
(d) Calcium
(e) Phosphorus

4.
Why does a doctor recommend that a patient with bone issues consume more milk and dairy products?

D. LONG ANSWER TYPE

1.
Differentiate between the following pairs based on the specified criteria:
(a) Monosaccharides vs. Disaccharides (Number of carbon atoms)
(b) Kwashiorkor vs. Marasmus (Age)
(c) Tocopherol vs. Pantothenic acid (Solubility)
(d) Malnutrition vs. Undernutrition (Definition)
(e) Iron vs. Iodine (Deficiency diseases)

2.
List the six primary reasons why the body needs food.

3.
Explain the significance of proteins in our diet.

4.
Using examples of whole grain flour, fruits, and leafy greens, explain how dietary roughage is beneficial.

5.
Provide four reasons why water is essential for our bodies.

6.
Create a daily balanced meal plan for breakfast, lunch, and dinner suitable for a teenager.

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