Biochemistry 1 Lecture: Introduction
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Biochemistry 1 Lecture: Introduction

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What is the general formula for carbohydrates?

  • CH4
  • H2O
  • CO2
  • Cn(H2O)n (correct)

    • Which functional groups are present in carbohydrates?

  • C=C and -NH2
  • C=O and -NH2
  • C-OH and -SH
  • C=O and -OH (correct)

    • What is the most common example of a carbohydrate mentioned in the text?

  • Glucose (correct)
  • Lactose
  • Sucrose
  • Fructose

    • In addition to providing dietary calories, what other function do carbohydrates serve?

    <p>Acting as a storage form of energy in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do carbohydrates play in the synthesis of RNA and DNA structure?

    <p>Synthesis of oxy and deoxy ribose sugars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a biological function of lipids?

    <p>Formation of immunoglobulins for adaptive immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary structure of proteins composed of?

    <p>Amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is responsible for the storage of energy in adipocytes?

    <p>Triglycerides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do hormones play in the body?

    <p>Chemical messaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of structural proteins?

    <p>Necessary components of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

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