Welcome to your Science Quiz 40
1.
In the human body, which structure is the appendix attached to? (2007)
2.
Consider the following statements: (2006)
- Caffeine, a constituent of tea and coffee, is a diuretic.
- Citric acid is used in soft drinks.
- Ascorbic acid is essential for the formation of bones and teeth.
- Citric acid is a good substitution for ascorbic acid in our nutrition.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
3.
What is the name of the vessel that delivers the nutrient-rich blood from the stomach & small intestine to the liver? (2006)
4.
Consider the following statements with reference to the human body: (2006)
- The common bile duct releases its contents into the stomach.
- The pancreatic duct releases its contents into the duodenum.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
5.
Which one among the following is not a good source of nutritional calcium? (2006)
6.
Assertion (A): All the proteins in our food are digested in small intestine only. Reason (R): The Protein-digesting enzymes from pancreas are released into small intestine. [2005]
7.
Assertion (A): All the proteins in our food are digested in small intestine only. Reason (R): The Protein-digesting enzymes from pancreas are released into small intestine. [2005]
8.
Assertion (A): The person with diabetes insipidus feels thirsty. Reason (R): A person with diabetes insipidus suffers from excess secretion of vasopressin. [2005]
9.
Consider the following statements: [2004]
- Non-function of lachrymal gland is an important symptom of deficiency of Vitamin A.
- Deficiency of Vitamin B1 can lead to indigestion and heart enlargement.
- Vitamin C deficiency can lead to pain in the muscles.
- Deficiency of Vitamin D causes increased loss of Ca++ in urine.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
10.
The hormone insulin is a: [2004]
