10th Class Science Life Processes Question Bank 10th CBSE Science Life Processes

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               (a) Give reasons, why (i)Herbivores  have  longer  small intestine as compared to carnivores? (ii) Mucous is secreted along with hydrochloride acid in the stomach? (iii) Emulsitication of fats is necessary? (b) Explain how does Paramecium obtain its food.   

    Answer:

                      (a) (i) Herbivores have longer small intestine to allow cellulose to be digested. (ii) Mucous protects the inner lining of the stomach from the action of hydrochloric acid. (iii) Emulsification increases efficiency of enzyme action.                                                 (3) (b) In Paramecium, the food is taken in at a specific spot and is moved to this spot by the movement of cilia, which cover the surface of the cell.                                                                (2)


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