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Food and Its Nutrients — Formula Sheet

NIOS · Class 10 · Home Science

7 formulas from Food and Its Nutrients (NIOS Class 10 Home Science) on one page, grouped by topic. Part of the NIOS Class 10 Home Science syllabus.

45 questions45 flashcards7 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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Formulas and Key Relations

Carbohydrates

1 gram carbohydrate = 4 kcal

An adult person needs 400-420 gms of carbohydrates everyday.

Proteins

1 gram protein = 4 kcal

Protein requirement (g/day) = 1 gm x body weight (kg)

Fats

1 gram fat = 9 kcal

Fat consumption = Total consumption/number of family members

1 lt of oil = 910 gm (approximately)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Food and Its Nutrients for NIOS Class 10 Home Science?
Key topics in Food and Its Nutrients include Food and its importance, Nutrients and their main groups, Carbohydrates, Proteins. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How many formulas are in Food and Its Nutrients?
This sheet lists 7 formulas from Food and Its Nutrients, grouped by topic. Learn what each symbol stands for so you can apply the formula, not just recall it.
How should I revise Food and Its Nutrients for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Food and Its Nutrients. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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