How Do We Use Food

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What is the main source of energy for living things?

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The sun.

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What is the process called in which plants use sunlight to make their food?

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Photosynthesis.

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What do plants need to grow besides sunlight?

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Water, air, and nutrients.

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What is junk food?

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Food that is high in calories but low in nutrients.

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Why is it important to eat healthy food?

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Healthy food provides essential nutrients that our bodies need to grow and function.

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What is a hydroponic plant?

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A plant grown in water without soil.

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What are nutrients?

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Substances in food that help our bodies grow and stay healthy.

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Can humans eat bugs?

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Yes, some cultures eat bugs as a source of protein.

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What is a balanced diet?

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A diet that includes a variety of foods in the right proportions.

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What is the role of sunlight in the food chain?

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Sunlight provides energy for plants, which are the base of the food chain.