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Which process involves the conversion of light energy to chemical energy?
Which process involves the conversion of light energy to chemical energy?
- Reduction of carbon dioxide to carbohydrates
- Conversion of light energy to chemical energy (correct)
- Absorption of light energy by chlorophyll
- Oxidation of carbon to carbon dioxide
What is the primary function of the mouth in digestion?
What is the primary function of the mouth in digestion?
- Absorb nutrients directly into the bloodstream
- Initiate the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food (correct)
- Release enzymes to digest proteins
- Break down carbohydrates into simple sugars
Which enzyme is the first to mix with food in the digestive tract?
Which enzyme is the first to mix with food in the digestive tract?
- Amylase (correct)
- Trypsin
- Pepsin
- Cellulase
What is the energy currency in living organisms?
What is the energy currency in living organisms?
Which type of blood vessels have thin walls with valves inside and carry blood away from the heart to various organs of the body?
Which type of blood vessels have thin walls with valves inside and carry blood away from the heart to various organs of the body?
What is the main function of gastric glands in the digestive system?
What is the main function of gastric glands in the digestive system?
Which of the following is a correct statement regarding the role of mouth in digestion?
Which of the following is a correct statement regarding the role of mouth in digestion?
What is the main energy currency in living organisms for cellular activities?
What is the main energy currency in living organisms for cellular activities?
Why do veins have thin walls compared to arteries?
Why do veins have thin walls compared to arteries?
What are the correct substrates for the enzyme Pepsin?
What are the correct substrates for the enzyme Pepsin?
What is the main function of gastric glands present in the wall of the stomach?
What is the main function of gastric glands present in the wall of the stomach?
What is the energy currency in living organisms and where is it produced?
What is the energy currency in living organisms and where is it produced?
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