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What is the primary function of bio-catalysts called enzymes in organisms?
What is the primary function of bio-catalysts called enzymes in organisms?
- Synthesis of complex substances
- Facilitation of food absorption
- Breakdown of complex substances into simpler ones (correct)
- Excretion of waste materials
Which process fulfills the carbon and energy requirements of autotrophic organisms?
Which process fulfills the carbon and energy requirements of autotrophic organisms?
- Digestion
- Photosynthesis (correct)
- Fermentation
- Respiration
Which type of organisms depend directly or indirectly on autotrophs for survival?
Which type of organisms depend directly or indirectly on autotrophs for survival?
- Animals and fungi (correct)
- Insects and worms
- Green plants and some bacteria
- Fish and birds
What are the sources of energy and materials for living organisms?
What are the sources of energy and materials for living organisms?
Which organisms utilize simple food material obtained from inorganic sources like carbon dioxide and water?
Which organisms utilize simple food material obtained from inorganic sources like carbon dioxide and water?
What is the process through which complex substances are broken down into simpler ones for organism use?
What is the process through which complex substances are broken down into simpler ones for organism use?
What is the role of roots in photosynthesis?
What is the role of roots in photosynthesis?
Which of the following elements is essential for protein synthesis in plants?
Which of the following elements is essential for protein synthesis in plants?
How do terrestrial plants acquire water for photosynthesis?
How do terrestrial plants acquire water for photosynthesis?
Which part of the plant is responsible for the uptake of nitrogen from the soil?
Which part of the plant is responsible for the uptake of nitrogen from the soil?
In plant photosynthesis, what role does sunlight play?
In plant photosynthesis, what role does sunlight play?
Which of the following elements can be absorbed by plant roots from the soil to aid in photosynthesis?
Which of the following elements can be absorbed by plant roots from the soil to aid in photosynthesis?
How does Amoeba take in food?
How does Amoeba take in food?
Which unicellular organism has cilia that move food particles to a specific spot for ingestion?
Which unicellular organism has cilia that move food particles to a specific spot for ingestion?
What is the basic function of the alimentary canal in humans?
What is the basic function of the alimentary canal in humans?
Which part of the human body is responsible for storing urine before it is excreted?
Which part of the human body is responsible for storing urine before it is excreted?
What is the main function of nephrons in the kidney?
What is the main function of nephrons in the kidney?
What is the role of ureters in the excretory system?
What is the role of ureters in the excretory system?