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Home Economics

Subject : literacy
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Similar to a duplex - but three or more units share one family pays rent






2. Severe protein deficiency resulting in thin limbs - sunken face and pot belly. Occurs in 3rd World countries.






3. Iron for healthy blood - calcium for healthy bones - iodine for proper functioning of thyroid gland.






4. A link formed during the condensation reaction when the amino group of one amino acid chemically combines with the carboxyl group of another amino acid with the loss of water molecule.






5. A semi-solid viscous solution with a 3-D network where water molecules become trapped. Gelatine is used as a setting agent.






6. 180






7. One hue






8. Helps eyes adjust to darkness - protects lining of throat - nose and mouth and other organs from infection eggs - dark green veggies - deep yellow veggies and fruits






9. An enzyme made in the ileum which breaks peptides into amino acids.






10. Outline of an object






11. Chemical substances that are needed in the body for correct functioning






12. Helps your body fight infection and helps cuts heal






13. Horizontal






14. The nutrient that helps carry nutrients throughout the body - helps regulate body temperature - and digest food






15. Keeps the body healthy protecting it from diseases such as scurvy (Vit. C) and rickets (Vit. D).






16. Eggs belong in this food group






17. A condition in which the bones gradually lose their mineral intake and become weak and brittle






18. 200






19. Your body needs this vitamin to absorb calcium






20. 250g






21. Breaking down excess protein in the liver. Carboxyl group is converted to glycogen and stored as energy. Amino group is converted to ammonia then to urea and excreted as urine.






22. Help the body build and repair and maintain tissues and body cells






23. Iron in eggs - calcium in milk - Iodine in fish - variety in fruit and vegtables.






24. 5mL






25. Helps regulate body fluids - helps muscles like the heart function orange juice - bananas






26. 1.25mL






27. Irreversible reaction - unfolding of the protein chain - caused by HEAT - ADDITION OF ACID & MECHANICAL ACTION.






28. Protein deficiency - causes dermatitis - retarded growth and a pot belly. Common is 3rd World.






29. Should be eaten sparingly






30. When 2 or more amino acids break apart due to the addition of a water molecule which splits the peptide link. This happen during digestion.






31. Elements needed in small amounts for sturdy bones and teeth - healthy blood - and regular elimination of wastes






32. Catalyst that speeds up or slows down a reaction without being used up itself.






33. Foods from the extras group are usually high






34. Helps muscles contract - helps produce energy - helps regulate many body functions nuts - peanut butter






35. Plant material bodies cannot digest






36. Describes the way an object surface looks and feels






37. An enzyme made in the stomach which breaks protein into peptones.






38. The grain that has the highest amount of protein






39. An enzyme made in the pancreas that travels to the duodenum and breaks peptones into peptides.






40. A food contains all the essential amino acids - also known as a complete protein. Usually comes from animal sources but is found in soya beans.






41. Built in a factory and installed at a specific site






42. Regulates body temperature - gets rid of waste via kidneys in urine - carries nutrients in blood.






43. Vitamin supplied by breads and grains






44. Dark - leafy vegetables and orange vegetables are good sources of this vitamin






45. Formed when a number of amino acids join together due to the formation of peptide links.






46. This nutrient group helps you have healthy blood pressure






47. A lack of a substance / nutrient. It can lead to illness.






48. A in butter. B in wholegrain and cereals. C in citrus fruits. D in butter.






49. 125g






50. Substances that are important for the body's growth and care