Directions: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) ...
Man is an example of an omnivorous animal because Omni means all and vore means eater. An organism which can feed on the plant, as well as the meat of the animal, are called omnivorous.
Man consumes plants (fruit vegetables) and also eats the meat of animals like goat, chicken etc thus man is considered as the Omnivorous animal.
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) ...
Assertion: Man is a herbivore.
Reason: Omnivores eat both plant food and meat of animals.
Explanation:
The correct answer is option D, which states that Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.
- The assertion states that "Man is a herbivore," which means that humans only consume plant-based food and do not eat meat. However, this statement is incorrect as humans are classified as omnivores, not herbivores.
- The reason provided is that "Omnivores eat both plant food and meat of animals," which is true. Omnivores have a diet that includes both plant-based foods and meat from animals. This statement accurately describes the eating habits of omnivores.
Why is the Assertion false?
- The assertion that "Man is a herbivore" is false because humans are classified as omnivores. This means that humans have the ability to consume and digest both plant-based foods and animal-based foods.
- Humans have adapted to eating a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, meat, and dairy products. This adaptability to different food sources is a characteristic of omnivores.
Why is the Reason true?
- The reason provided in the statement is true. Omnivores have a diet that includes both plant food and meat of animals.
- Omnivores have evolved to consume a wide range of food sources, including plant-based foods for carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals, as well as animal-based foods for protein and essential nutrients.
- Humans, like other omnivores, have specific digestive enzymes and teeth that enable them to break down and digest both plant and animal foods.
In conclusion, the assertion that "Man is a herbivore" is false because humans are classified as omnivores. The reason provided, which states that "Omnivores eat both plant food and meat of animals," is true and accurately describes the eating habits of omnivores.
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