IGNOU MFN-002 Assignment 2026-27
Nutritional Biochemistry
Last updated by IGNOU: 13 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 12 Nov 2026, 08:56 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Fri, 27 Nov 2026 · Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
From IGNOU's official date sheet dated 30 Oct 2026. IGNOU can still revise it: check your hall ticket for the final date and your exam centre.
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Make the MFN-002 assignment front page →| Course code | MFN-002 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Nutritional Biochemistry |
| Programme | Master of Science in Dietetics and Food Service Management M.Sc. (DFSM)MScDFSM |
| School | School of Continuing Education |
| Assignment code | MFN-002/AST-2/TMA-2/25-26 |
| Session | July 2026 (PDF); July 2026 and January 2027 (listing) |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 30 Nov 2026 |
| Last date (December exam) | — |
| Medium | English |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Fri, 27 Nov 2026, Evening (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM) |
About the MFN-002 assignment
The MFN-002 assignment covers Units 1–12 of Nutritional Biochemistry. Topics include nutrients, metabolic pathways, digestion, signalling and inherited metabolic disorders.
Section A carries 80 marks and prints eight numbered descriptive questions; its introduction says there are ten. The general guidelines suggest about 250–300 words per descriptive answer. Section B carries 20 marks and contains objective-type questions.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Section A, Q1 | 4+2+2+2 | Describe simple sugars, selected properties of monosaccharides and fats, and the forms of sucrose. |
| Section A, Q2 | 4+4+2 | Compare fatty acid types and explain vitamin characteristics and the significance of transamination. |
| Section A, Q3 | 4+4+2 | Discuss the roles of calcium and iron and illustrate active glucose transport. |
| Section A, Q4 | 5+5 | Illustrate the citric acid cycle and fatty acid beta-oxidation, naming the enzymes involved. |
| Section A, Q5 | 4+4+2 | Explain hydrogenation and its effects, carnitine's role in fatty acid transfer, and enzymes regulating glycogen breakdown. |
| Section A, Q6 | 4+6 | Describe LDL metabolism with a diagram and outline how signals are generated. |
| Section A, Q7 | 4+4+2 | Explain the significance of the HMP pathway, protein digestion and the fate of amino acids after removal of the amino group. |
| Section A, Q8 | 2+6+2 | Discuss inherited metabolic disorders and their causes, including questions on alcaptonuria, MSUD, Tay-Sachs disease and Niemann-Pick disease. |
| Section B, Q3 | 5+5 | Define biochemical terms and identify enzymes associated with specified conditions and disorders. |
| Section B, Q4 | 10 | Describe the significance of selected nucleotide processes, oxygen free radicals, GPCRs and the fight-or-flight response. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Write answers by hand on full-size paper; do not type or print them.
- Use your own words rather than copying from course material or another student's responses.
- Tie the pages securely, leave a 4 cm left margin and at least four lines between answers.
- On the first page, include your enrolment number, name, full address, signature and date, along with programme, course, assignment and study-centre details.
- Write each assignment separately and put the question number with each answer.
- Answer all questions and keep descriptive answers to about 250–300 words, as stated in the general guidelines.
- Submit the completed assignment to the coordinator of your allotted study centre, not to headquarters.
- Obtain an acknowledgement from the study-centre coordinator on the prescribed card.
Submission dates: 30 November 2026 (June term-end exam); December term-end exam date not provided. Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MFN-002 assignment code?
The PDF prints the code as MFN-002/AST-2/TMA-2/25-26.
How many marks and what weightage does the assignment carry?
It carries 100 marks. The official listing gives a weightage of 30%.
Which units are covered in the assignment?
The assignment is based on Units 1–12 of MFN-002.
How many questions are in Section A?
The section prints eight numbered questions, although its introduction says there are ten. The general guidelines also refer to eight descriptive questions.
When and where should I submit the assignment?
The listing gives 30 November 2026 for the June term-end exam and does not provide a December exam date. Submit it to your allotted study-centre coordinator; dates can differ by session.
Which sessions are listed for MFN-002?
The official listing names July 2026 and January 2027. The supplied PDF is labelled for the July 2026 session.
Other IGNOU MScDFSM assignments
- MFN-001: Applied Physiology
- MFN-003: Food Microbiology and Safety
- MFN-004: Advance Nutrition
- MFN-005: Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition
- MFN-006: Public Nutrition
- MFN-007: Entrepreneurship and Food Service Management
- MFN-008: Principles of Food Science
- MFN-009: Research Methods and Biostatistics
- MFN-10: Understanding Computer Applications
Assignment details and PDFs come from IGNOU's official website; the guide is a summary of the official PDF. Always check the latest instructions and last dates on ignou.ac.in or with your Regional Centre before submitting.