Nutrition
GCE Biology

a) Define the term 'nutrition' as used in biology. (2 marks) b) State FOUR differences between autotrophic nutrition and heterotrophic nutrition. (8 marks) c) List THREE examples of organisms that exh…

a) The diagram below describes the process of photosynthesis. Study it and answer the questions that follow. (i) Name the raw materials required for photosynthesis. (2 marks) (ii) State the role of ch…

The vitamin that is produced in the human skin upon exposure to sunlight and is essential for calcium absorption in the intestine is

In which part of the human alimentary canal does the enzymatic digestion of proteins begin?

Which of the following nutrients is responsible for the synthesis of haemoglobin in the human body?

Which of the following correctly describes the role of bile in fat digestion?

Kwashiorkor and marasmus are both forms of protein-energy malnutrition. Which of the following correctly distinguishes kwashiorkor from marasmus?

A 70 kg adult male requires approximately 0.8 g of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. How many grams of protein does this individual require daily?

A food sample was tested with Fehling's solution and produced a brick-red precipitate. Which of the following substances is most likely present in the sample?