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Biology · BIOMOLECULES
हिन्दीGiven below are two statements: Statement I: The ash remaining after completely burning a living tissue sample contains inorganic compounds such as sulphate and phosphate in addition to inorganic ions. Statement II: Elemental analysis gives the elemental composition of living tissues, whereas compound analysis gives an idea of organic and inorganic constituents. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Correct answer · Option 1
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
Explanation
Both statements are correct according to NCERT. The ash contains inorganic elements (Ca, Mg) and inorganic compounds like sulphate and phosphate; elemental analysis reveals element percentages while compound analysis gives molecular types.
