Formative Practice 4.5 – Science Form 1 Chapter 4

Question 1:
Why does a pregnant woman need more nutrients?

Answer:
A pregnant woman needs more nutrients because the baby inside her uterus needs nutrients to grow healthily.

Question 2:
Why do the teeth and bones of a pregnant woman decay more easily?

Answer:
Baby absorbs calcium from the mother for the growth of its own teeth and bones.

Question 3:
Compare between breast milk and formulated milk.

Answer:
(a) Breast milk has complete nutrients for the development of the baby compared to formula milk.

(b) Breast milk is easier to digest compared to formula milk.

(c) Breast milk gives a stronger immunity compared to formula milk.

(d) Breast milk does not contain chemical substances compared to formula milk.