Correct option is D
The correct answer is (d) All of the above
Explanation:
- Biochemical compounds are organic substances that occur in living organisms and are used in various industrial and domestic applications.
- In skin treatments, compounds like lipids, vitamins, and antioxidants are used to improve skin health.
- Many biochemicals serve as food preservatives to prevent spoilage by inhibiting microbial growth (e.g., citric acid).
- Cooking oils are themselves biochemical compounds consisting primarily of lipids (triacylglycerols).
- They are essential for various biological processes and commercial products.
Information Booster:
- Biochemistry bridges biology and chemistry, focusing on the chemical processes within and relating to living organisms.
- The four main classes of biochemical molecules are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Additional Knowledge:
Food preservatives (Option b)
- Substances like sodium benzoate or vinegar are biochemical in nature used to extend shelf life.
Cooking Oils (Option c)
- Sourced from plants or animals, these are vital sources of essential fatty acids.
So the correct answer is (d)