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The Mystery of Food — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 5 · EVS

What The Mystery of Food covers in CBSE Class 5 EVS: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 5 EVS syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 5 EVS · 2026-27

Topics in The Mystery of Food

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1. Food Spoilage and Microbes

  • Mould on food is a colony of thousands of microbes.
  • Microbes are found in soil, water, air, plants, animals, and inside living beings.
  • Spoiled food can smell bad and may show coloured patches.
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2. Ways to Preserve Food

  • Drying in the Sun removes moisture from food.
  • Without moisture, microbes cannot grow easily.
  • Pickles are preserved by adding oil.
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3. Traditional Foods and Seasonal Eating

  • People use traditional methods of food preservation at home.
  • Chillies are dried in the Sun to make chilli powder for long use.
  • Black pepper became so popular as a spice that Vasco da Gama crossed oceans to collect it from India.
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4. Chewing, Teeth, and Digestion

  • Different types of teeth serve different functions.
  • Incisors cut food.
  • Canines tear food.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Food spoils, stays fresh, and helps the body in different ways

MicrobesFood spoilageFood preservationConditions microbes needTraditional food practicesDigestionTeeth and oral careChoking prevention

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Mystery of Food for CBSE Class 5 EVS?
Key topics in The Mystery of Food include Food Spoilage and Microbes, Ways to Preserve Food, Traditional Foods and Seasonal Eating, Chewing, Teeth, and Digestion. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
How should I revise The Mystery of Food for Class 5 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on The Mystery of Food. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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