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Why do we need Food? |
-To provide energy for vital activities of body -To synthesise new protoplasm for cell growth, repair of worn-out parts of body and cell division -To stay healthy |
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Functions of Carbohydrates pt1 |
-As a substrate for respiration, to provide energy for cell activities -To form supporting structures like cell walls in plants -To be converted into other organic compound like Amino acids and fats |
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Functions of Carbohydrates Pt2 |
-For formation of nucleic acids like DNA -To synthesise lubricants e.g Mucus, which consists of a carbohydrate and a protein -To synthesise Nectar in some flowers |
