Class 7 Science: Nutrition in Plants and Animals

How this worksheet helps your child

• Builds confidence in core Science concepts taught in Class 7 through repeated, varied practice.
• Aligned to CBSE and NCERT — questions mirror the pattern children see in school tests and unit assessments.
• Comes with an answer key so parents and students can self-check in minutes, without needing a teacher.
• Pitched at medium level — use it for daily homework, weekend revision or quick exam warm-ups.

About this worksheet

This engaging Class 7 Science practice worksheet is designed to strengthen your child's understanding of 'Nutrition in Plants and Animals', a foundational chapter in the CBSE curriculum. Developed for students in Class 7, this resource helps clarify how living organisms obtain and utilise food. Understanding nutrition is crucial as it underpins all life processes, from growth and energy production to maintaining health. This worksheet is ideal for students looking to reinforce their knowledge of photosynthesis, different modes of nutrition like autotrophic and heterotrophic, and the basic principles of digestion in various life forms. It aligns perfectly with NCERT guidelines, preparing students not just for examinations but also fostering a deeper appreciation for biological processes around them. Whether your child needs extra practice or a quick revision, this medium-difficulty worksheet offers a balanced approach to learning essential scientific concepts.

What your child will learn

• Identify the different modes of nutrition observed in plants and animals.
• Practice distinguishing between autotrophic and heterotrophic nutrition.
• Understand the basic process of photosynthesis in plants.
• Describe the key stages involved in digestion in animals.
• Recognise the importance of various nutrients for living organisms.

Understanding the concept

Nutrition is simply the way living organisms obtain and use food. Just like we need food to grow and play, plants and animals also need food for energy and to build their bodies. There are two main ways organisms get their food. Plants are amazing; they make their own food using sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide – a process called photosynthesis. We call them 'autotrophs' because they are self-feeders. Think of a tree in your garden; it doesn't need to eat other living things. On the other hand, animals cannot make their own food. They have to eat plants or other animals to get their energy and nutrients. These organisms are called 'heterotrophs'. Humans, dogs, and lions are all heterotrophs. After eating, animals 'digest' their food, which means breaking it down into smaller, simpler substances that the body can absorb and use. For example, when you eat a sandwich, your body breaks it down into nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which then provide you with energy. This worksheet helps students explore these fundamental processes in both plants and animals.

Tips for parents & teachers

• Encourage your child to read the relevant chapter from their NCERT textbook before attempting the worksheet.
• Discuss the concepts of photosynthesis and digestion with real-life examples from around your home or garden.
• Review your child's answers together and clarify any misconceptions they might have.
• Use this worksheet as a quick quiz to assess understanding before a test.
• Have your child draw simple diagrams of plant or animal parts involved in nutrition to reinforce learning.

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How to use this worksheet at home

Open the print view and use your browser's Print dialog to print on regular A4 paper or save as a PDF. Hand the printed sheet to your child (Class 7) and set a relaxed time limit — 15 to 25 minutes works for most Science worksheets. When they're done, open the "With answer key" view and let them self-mark question by question. Re-print as many times as you need; the file never expires and there's no download limit.

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Is it aligned to the CBSE / NCERT syllabus?

Yes. All Class 7 worksheets are built around the CBSE and NCERT pattern so they map cleanly to what your child is studying in school.

Can I print this worksheet at home?

Yes. Click "Open print view" and use your browser's Print dialog to print on standard A4 paper, or save it as a PDF for later. The layout is designed to fit cleanly without scaling.

Does it include an answer key?

Yes — click "With answer key" to print a version with answers included, so parents and students can self-mark in minutes.