JAMB Biology 1982 Question 39

Question 39

Animal Nutrition

If the gall bladder of a man is removed by surgery, which of the following processes will be most seriously affected?

  1. A.Digestion of fats and oils
  2. B.Formation of urea
  3. C.Digestion of starch
  4. D.Conversion of proteins
  5. E.Storage and release of urine.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Digestion of fats and oils)

Explanation

The gall bladder stores bile, which emulsifies fats; without it fat digestion suffers.