Question

Classify each nutrient as a macronutrient or a micronutrient.

Carbohydrate

Phosphorus

Vitamin A

Protein

Sodium

Fat

Answer 1

Classification of nutrient is as below

macro nutrient

1. Carbohydrate
2. protein
3. fat

Micro nutrient

1. Phosphorus
2. Vitamin A
3. Sodium

Step-by-step explanation

Macro nutrient are nutrient that are require in large amount by the body. example of macro nutrient include;

• carbohydrate
• protein
• fiber
• fat\
• water
• antioxidant

Micro nutrient are nutrient are nutrient that are required in small amount by the body. Examples of micro nutrients includes;

• vitamin such as vitamin A,B2 B12, C, D and E
• minerals such as sodium