Puzzle 1

Country whose name means rich coast

Breakdown of food in the body

Making a heartfelt request against a decision

Silver, shiny long fish with fang-like teeth

Ecstatic, enthusiastic

Dial 3 numbers for this medical emergency vehicle

To dry completely

Deeply upsetting

Faulty, imperfect

Forgetfulness blamed on caring for a newborn

Verdi opera about a hunchback jester

Rivers and canals are examples of these