STD 4 TERM 1 SCIENCE MILK ANIMATED VIDEO BY R.GOPINATH TAMILNADU INDIA

SCIENCE IN EVERYDAY LIFE

1. Sources of Milk

Milk is primarily obtained from mammals. 

It is also obtained from other sources too. 

Examples: Soya milk, nut and seed based milk.

2. Nutritional value of Milk 

Milk contains water, sugar, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals. Milk from mammals like sheep, goat, camel, donkey, horse, yak, water buffalo, reindeer and even moose. 

Based on the amount of fat present in the milk, it can be classified as 

1. Whole milk, 
2. Low fat milk and 
3. Fat free milk. 

Other uses of Milk :

• Primary food for babies.
• Gives curd, butter, butter milk and ghee. 
• Health drink for adults and sick people. 
• Used for making cheese, paneer and milk sweets.
• Used in Ice cream and Chocolates.
• Used during festivals and ceremonies. 

3. Health Benefits of milk 

1. It strengthens bones and teeth. 
2. It maintains blood pressure. 
3. It reduces the risk of heart disease. 
4. It is a source of energy.