RAJASTHAN PMT Rajasthan - PMT Solved Paper-2010

  • question_answer
    People recovering from long illness are often advised to include the alga Spirulina in their diet because it

    A)  makes the food easy to digest

    B)  is rich in proteins

    C)  has antibiotic properties

    D)  restores the intestinal microflora

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    UGA triplet is a stop codon. UAG triplet is also a stop codon. UGG triplet codes for tryptophan amino acid. The protein performed a vital role in our body and known as body builders. They are the most abundant   and   most   varied   of   the macromolecules of the cell, which constitute about 50% of their dry weight. Spirulina (a blue green alga) is a rich source of protein, many vitamins especially B-complex and minerals. It has a promising supplementary value to the common Indian cereals such as rice, wheat and ragi. Hence, doctors are advised the patients to take Spirulina in their diet for recovery.


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