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CLASSIFICATION OF NUTRIENTS

Nutrients are the basic substances or chemicals essential for sustaining human life. They are important for both life and growth. They are converted into energy and used to build and repair tissues. All living organisms, including plants and animals, need nutrients for survival. However, the requirement of nutrients may vary in different

organisms. Plants take nutrients directly from the atmosphere or earth. On the other hand, all animals and human beings use their food to supplement their nutrient requirements.

WORDS TO UNDERSTAND

ABUNDANT: something that is available in huge quantities  CARBON: a basic element that is a component of all living things  SUPPLEMENT: adding something to complete or enhance something else 

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