Biology 5090 · O Level · Diet

Diet — practice question

The table sets out some of the components present in $100\,\text{cm}^3$ of cow’s milk, breast milk and breast milk substitute (formula milk).
(a)[2]

Name two main components of a normal healthy diet that are missing from the table.

(b)[3]

State which type of milk would be least likely to ensure healthy bones and teeth develop, and explain your answer.

(c)[3]

State which type of milk would give a baby the greatest energy intake. Give your reasons.

(d)[2]

Suggest why babies fed on breast milk may resist disease better than babies fed on any other type of milk.

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