Food contains chemical energy that originally comes from the Sun. The amount of energy a person needs each day can vary depending on factors like their body size, age, gender, activity levels, and environmental conditions like temperature. While two people may consume the same amount of energy, one may still gain weight due to differences in their metabolism or physical activity levels.

1. 17 February 20116.3 Food, glorious foodWhat energy does this contain?

10. 6.3 Food, glorious foodQuestions(Level 3)What unit is energy measured in?Copy and complete the sentences below using these words: chemical food the Sun We get our energy from _______. Energy is stored in it as _______ energy. The energy in our food comes from _______.What affects how much energy a person needs every day? (Level 3)(Level 4)1 of 2

11. 6.3 Food, glorious food Questions(Level 5)Why do you think an average male office worker needs more energy than an average female office worker?Why do you need more energy in the winter than in the summer?Two people take in the same amount of energy every day. They do the same job. One gains weight and the other does not. What could be the reasons for this?Olive oil contains a lot of energy, but people who use it in their diet are generally not overweight. Suggest a reason for this. (Level 6)(Level 7)(Level 7)2 of 2