JAMB Biology 1986 Question 16

Question 16

Food Substances and Enzymes

The main organic substances found in the human body are

  1. A.carbohydrates, proteins and salts
  2. B.salts, fats and proteins
  3. C.fats, carbohydrates and proteins
  4. D.salts, fats and carbohydrates
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (fats, carbohydrates and proteins)

Explanation

Carbohydrates, fats and proteins are organic (carbon) compounds. Salts are inorganic.