Chapter 15: Improvement in Food Resources

1. What do we get from cereals, pulses, fruits and vegetables ?

Answer: Cereals provide carbohydrates and fiber. Pulses offer protein and dietary fiber. Fruits provide vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Vegetables offer various vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Overall, they contribute to a balanced diet and support overall health and nutrition.

1. How do biotic and abiotic factors affect crop production ?

Answer: Biotic factors, such as diseases , insects and nematodes from other organisms, can negatively impact crop production.

Abiotic factors, such as  drought , salinity , water , logging , heat , cold and frost , also influence crop growth and productivity.