S.2 Biology, Term 2
Nutrition Types and Nutrient Compounds
What you will learn
S.2 · Biology · Term 2
Nutrition Types and Nutrient Compounds
Competency
The learner understands that organisms have different nutritional requirements, and that humans have different requirements; depending on age and other factors.
| No. | The learner should | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Understand the term nutrition KnowledgeUnderstanding | KnowledgeUnderstanding |
| 2 | Identify the food nutrients, their sources, and importance to humans Understanding | Understanding |
| 3 | Perform food tests for various nutrients (only quality testing required) Skills | Skills |
| 4 | Appreciate the importance of a diet containing the different nutrients UnderstandingValues & attitudes | UnderstandingValues & attitudes |
| 5 | Appreciate the concept of balanced diet in relation to age, sex, and an individual’s activity UnderstandingValues & attitudes | UnderstandingValues & attitudes |
| 6 | Appreciate the causes and effects of nutrient deficiency in humans including diseases related to malnutrition UnderstandingSkills | UnderstandingSkills |
| 7 | Calculate body mass index (BMI) and explain its implication SkillsValues & attitudes | SkillsValues & attitudes |
| 8 | Identify the major plant mineral nutrients (N, P, K, Mg, Ca, S, Mg), their role, and the symptoms of deficiencies Understanding | Understanding |
What do the labels mean?
Each learning outcome is tagged with what it builds: Knowledge (facts you can recall), Understanding (explaining why), Skills (things you can do), Values & attitudes, and Generic skills such as communication and critical thinking.
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