The uttapam spoiled due to the growth of mould, which is a colony of microbes. Microbes need moisture, air and warmth to multiply. The uttapam, left in a lunchbox for days, provided perfect conditions for their growth. As a result, it developed coloured patches, a bad smell and became unsafe to eat.Read more
The uttapam spoiled due to the growth of mould, which is a colony of microbes. Microbes need moisture, air and warmth to multiply. The uttapam, left in a lunchbox for days, provided perfect conditions for their growth. As a result, it developed coloured patches, a bad smell and became unsafe to eat.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
If spoiled food is eaten, it can cause food poisoning, leading to vomiting, stomach pain or diarrhoea. I remember drinking spoiled milk once, which made my stomach ache. My mother gave me buttermilk to settle my stomach and I rested for the day. Drinking clean water and avoiding more spoiled food heRead more
If spoiled food is eaten, it can cause food poisoning, leading to vomiting, stomach pain or diarrhoea. I remember drinking spoiled milk once, which made my stomach ache. My mother gave me buttermilk to settle my stomach and I rested for the day. Drinking clean water and avoiding more spoiled food helped me recover quickly.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
Yes, I experienced an upset stomach once after eating roadside food. I think it was caused by harmful microbes present in contaminated food or water. Such microbes can enter our stomach, upset digestion and cause pain or diarrhoea. Eating fresh, clean and properly cooked food can help avoid such proRead more
Yes, I experienced an upset stomach once after eating roadside food. I think it was caused by harmful microbes present in contaminated food or water. Such microbes can enter our stomach, upset digestion and cause pain or diarrhoea. Eating fresh, clean and properly cooked food can help avoid such problems in the future.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
Foods with more moisture, such as bread, milk and fresh vegetables, spoil faster because moisture supports the growth of microbes. In contrast, dry foods like nuts, pickles or dried chillies last longer since they have little or no water. Storing moist foods properly in cool or airtight conditions cRead more
Foods with more moisture, such as bread, milk and fresh vegetables, spoil faster because moisture supports the growth of microbes. In contrast, dry foods like nuts, pickles or dried chillies last longer since they have little or no water. Storing moist foods properly in cool or airtight conditions can slow spoilage.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
Some foods spoil quickly because they have moisture and are exposed to air, creating perfect conditions for microbes to multiply. Examples are milk, bread and fresh fruits. Others, like pickles, ghee or dried foods, last longer because preservation methods remove moisture or block air, preventing miRead more
Some foods spoil quickly because they have moisture and are exposed to air, creating perfect conditions for microbes to multiply. Examples are milk, bread and fresh fruits. Others, like pickles, ghee or dried foods, last longer because preservation methods remove moisture or block air, preventing microbes from growing and keeping food fresh for weeks or months.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
What made my uttapam spoil?
The uttapam spoiled due to the growth of mould, which is a colony of microbes. Microbes need moisture, air and warmth to multiply. The uttapam, left in a lunchbox for days, provided perfect conditions for their growth. As a result, it developed coloured patches, a bad smell and became unsafe to eat.Read more
The uttapam spoiled due to the growth of mould, which is a colony of microbes. Microbes need moisture, air and warmth to multiply. The uttapam, left in a lunchbox for days, provided perfect conditions for their growth. As a result, it developed coloured patches, a bad smell and became unsafe to eat.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
See lessWhat could happen if spoiled food is eaten by mistake? If yes, what did you do to get well? Share your experiences with the class.
If spoiled food is eaten, it can cause food poisoning, leading to vomiting, stomach pain or diarrhoea. I remember drinking spoiled milk once, which made my stomach ache. My mother gave me buttermilk to settle my stomach and I rested for the day. Drinking clean water and avoiding more spoiled food heRead more
If spoiled food is eaten, it can cause food poisoning, leading to vomiting, stomach pain or diarrhoea. I remember drinking spoiled milk once, which made my stomach ache. My mother gave me buttermilk to settle my stomach and I rested for the day. Drinking clean water and avoiding more spoiled food helped me recover quickly.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
See lessHave you ever had an upset stomach? Do you know what could have caused it?
Yes, I experienced an upset stomach once after eating roadside food. I think it was caused by harmful microbes present in contaminated food or water. Such microbes can enter our stomach, upset digestion and cause pain or diarrhoea. Eating fresh, clean and properly cooked food can help avoid such proRead more
Yes, I experienced an upset stomach once after eating roadside food. I think it was caused by harmful microbes present in contaminated food or water. Such microbes can enter our stomach, upset digestion and cause pain or diarrhoea. Eating fresh, clean and properly cooked food can help avoid such problems in the future.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
See lessWhy do some foods spoil faster?
Foods with more moisture, such as bread, milk and fresh vegetables, spoil faster because moisture supports the growth of microbes. In contrast, dry foods like nuts, pickles or dried chillies last longer since they have little or no water. Storing moist foods properly in cool or airtight conditions cRead more
Foods with more moisture, such as bread, milk and fresh vegetables, spoil faster because moisture supports the growth of microbes. In contrast, dry foods like nuts, pickles or dried chillies last longer since they have little or no water. Storing moist foods properly in cool or airtight conditions can slow spoilage.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
See lessWhy does some food spoil fast and some last for a long time?
Some foods spoil quickly because they have moisture and are exposed to air, creating perfect conditions for microbes to multiply. Examples are milk, bread and fresh fruits. Others, like pickles, ghee or dried foods, last longer because preservation methods remove moisture or block air, preventing miRead more
Some foods spoil quickly because they have moisture and are exposed to air, creating perfect conditions for microbes to multiply. Examples are milk, bread and fresh fruits. Others, like pickles, ghee or dried foods, last longer because preservation methods remove moisture or block air, preventing microbes from growing and keeping food fresh for weeks or months.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
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