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iGCSE Biology (0610)-7.1 Diet – iGCSE Style Questions Paper 1

Question

The table shows vitamins that should be included in a balanced diet. Which row shows the correct use in the body and food source for one of these vitamins?

▶️ Answer/Explanation
Solution

Ans: C

Vitamin C is essential for healthy skin and wound healing and is commonly found in citrus fruits (e.g., oranges).

Option C correctly matches Vitamin C with its function (preventing scurvy and aiding tissue repair) and its food source (oranges). Other options contain inaccuracies:

  • A (Vitamin D) is incorrect because its primary source is sunlight, not just dairy.
  • B (Vitamin A) is incorrect because carrots (not just liver) are a key source.
  • D (Vitamin B) is incorrect because whole grains (not just meat) provide B vitamins.

Thus, the correct answer is C.

Question

The pie charts show the composition of 100 g of four different foods. Which food provides the most energy?

Pie charts of food composition
▶️ Answer/Explanation
Solution

Ans: B

Energy is primarily derived from fats (highest energy/gram), followed by carbohydrates and proteins. Water contributes no energy.

Food B has the lowest water content and a balanced distribution of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins, maximizing energy per 100 g. In contrast, Foods C and D have high water content, diluting their energy density despite some fat content.

Thus, B provides the most energy.

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