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(a)
Interpretation:
The quantity of water (in milliliters) that is required per day for a normal diet is to be stated.
Concept Introduction:
A diet that includes all the efficient nutrients required by the body for the proper functioning is known as balanced diet. The main components that come under the category of balanced diet are protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrate and water.
Water is an essential part of a balanced diet. It is needed for all the chemical and
(b)
Interpretation:
The total amount of calories contributed by water that is required per day for a normal diet is to be stated.
Concept Introduction:
A diet that includes all the efficient nutrients required by the body for the proper functioning is known as balanced diet. The main components that come under the category of balanced diet are protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrate and water.
Water is an essential part of a balanced diet. It is needed for all the chemical and metabolic reactions that take place in the body.
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