NIOS Class 10 Home Science — Flashcards for Quick Revision

A: Home Science is the art of managing resources efficiently and the science of achieving a healthy and happy home as well as a successful career.

A: It draws content from both science and art courses. It also includes ideas from physics, chemistry, biology, physiology, hygiene, economics, sociology, anthropology, psychology, community development,

A: It helps in managing home, family, resources, time, energy and money in a better way. It also improves personal life, family life and professional life.

A: Food satisfies hunger, gives energy for work, helps growth and repair of tissues, gives strength to fight disease, and also has social and psychological functions.

A: Food provides energy, supports growth, repairs worn out tissues, helps the body function normally, and protects against disease. It also gives mental satisfaction and emotional security.

A: Nutrients are invisible compounds in food that are necessary for keeping the body healthy. The common nutrients are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, fibre, and water.

A: Food items are broadly divided into three groups: energy giving food, body building food, and regulatory and protective foods.

A: Energy giving food includes cereals, fats, and sugar. It mainly provides carbohydrates and fats.

A: Body building food includes pulses, milk, meat, and chicken. These foods mainly provide proteins.