BIOLOGY

JAMB 2017 - Question 12

Biology 2017 JAMB Past Questions - Question 12: The excretory products common to both plants and animals are

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
The excretory products common to both plants and animals are
A:
B:
C:
D:
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Correct Answer

D

Explanation

The main metabolic waste products of plants are water, carbon (IV) Oxide and oxygen while that of animals are water, carbon(IV) Oxide and nitrogenous compound such as urea, uric acid and ammonia. Tannins and resins are products of plants which are stored in certain parts of the plant such as bark, leaves, fruit stalks and flowers These products are removed from the body of plant when these parts fall off. Tannins are used in making ink and processing of hides into leather. Resin is a viscous fluids excreted by plants and is used in making varnish and oil paint