Class 3 Evs - ICSE-SCIENCE
Food We Get from Plants
In this chapter, Class 3 ICSE Science students explore the wonderful world of plants as our primary providers of food. Children learn about different parts of plants that we eat, including roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds. The chapter also introduces healthy eating habits by categorizing plant foods into energy-giving foods, body-building foods, and protective foods. Understanding these concepts helps students appreciate nature, make healthy food choices, and build a strong foundation for biological sciences in upcoming board exams.
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Edible Parts of Plants
Different parts of a plant like roots (carrot), stems (sugarcane), leaves (spinach), flowers (cauliflower), fruits (apple), and seeds (wheat) are eaten by us.
Grains and Cereals
Hard seeds of plants such as rice, wheat, and maize are called cereals or food grains, which give us energy to work and play.
Pulses
Seeds like moong, rajma, and masoor are called pulses. They help our body grow strong and are known as body-building foods.
Fruits and Vegetables
Juicy and fleshy parts of plants like mangoes and apples are fruits, while other parts like potatoes and tomatoes are vegetables that keep us healthy.
Spices and Beverages
Plants also give us spices like pepper and cardamom to add flavor to food, and leaves of tea and coffee plants to make hot drinks.
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Board Exam Info
In ICSE Science exams, this chapter typically carries about 5 to 8 marks. Common question types include matching plant parts with their examples, fill in the blanks, naming two examples of roots/stems we eat, and short answer questions about why food is important.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which part of the plant is broccoli?
Broccoli is the flower part of the plant that we eat.
Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable?
Scientifically, a tomato is a fruit because it has seeds inside it, but in the kitchen, we use it as a vegetable.
Why are pulses important for us?
Pulses are rich in proteins and are body-building foods that help us grow strong and repair our body tissues.
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