The organ that produces bile and detoxifies the blood is the:
A. Spleen
B. Liver
C. Gall bladder
D. Pancreas
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The liver is the body's largest internal organ, performing metabolism, detoxification, bile production, and protein synthesis. The gall bladder stores bile.
Explanation:
Phycocyanin is a blue phycobiliprotein pigment present in cyanobacteria (blue-green algae), along with chlorophyll a. Phycoerythrin is red, carotene orange. Phycobilins are accessory pigments that capture light energy for photosynthesis.
Explanation:
Xanthophylls, oxygenated carotenoids, are responsible for the yellow color of egg yolk, autumn leaves, and corn. Beta-carotene is orange, lycopene red.
Explanation:
Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy (glucose) using carbon dioxide and water, releasing oxygen. It occurs in chloroplasts. Respiration releases energy from organic molecules. Transpiration is water loss. Chemosynthesis uses chemical energy (by some bacteria).
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