Attempt either option A or B.
A. List the steps for the synthesis of glucose by the plants. What special feature is found in desert plants related to this process?
OR
B. Explain the role of the following enzymes in the process of digestion of food in humans:
(i) Salivary amylase
(ii) Pepsin
(iii) Trypsin
(iv) Lipase
Answer (1)
The synthesis of glucose in plants involves photosynthesis, where light energy is converted to chemical energy, resulting in glucose production from carbon dioxide and water. Desert plants utilize Crassulacean Acid Metabolism (CAM) to efficiently use water while synthesizing glucose. This adaptation allows them to thrive in arid environments. ;
