Class 6 Science – Chapter 1
Food: Where Does It Come From? | NCERT Complete Notes
STAGE 0: Foundation / Basics
What is this Chapter About?
This chapter introduces the sources of food, types of food, and ingredients used in our daily life. It builds basic understanding before detailed study.
Why Should We Learn This Chapter?
- To understand where food comes from
- To identify plant and animal food sources
- To connect science with everyday life
Basic Definitions
Food: Substances that give energy and nutrients.
Ingredient: Materials used to prepare a dish.
STAGE 1: Complete Chapter Explanation
Sources of Food
We get food mainly from two sources: plants and animals.
Food from Plants
- Roots: Carrot, Radish
- Stems: Potato, Sugarcane
- Leaves: Spinach
- Flowers: Cauliflower
- Fruits: Mango, Apple
- Seeds: Wheat, Rice
Food from Animals
- Milk – Cow, Buffalo, Goat
- Eggs – Hen, Duck
- Meat – Goat, Fish, Chicken
Key Points
- Food is essential for life
- Plants and animals are main food sources
- Different plant parts are eaten as food
STAGE 2: NCERT Textbook Questions & Answers
Q1. Name two sources of food.
Answer: Plants and animals.
Q2. Which part of plant is carrot?
Answer: Root.
Q3. What are ingredients?
Answer: Ingredients are materials used to prepare a dish.
STAGE 3: Previous Exam Questions & Answers
Previous Exam Question:
Name any three foods obtained from animals.
Answer:
Milk, eggs, and meat are foods obtained from animals.
Exam Insight:
This question is frequently asked in unit tests and annual examinations.
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