Biochemistry 1 Lecture n0.1: Introduction
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Biochemistry 1 Lecture n0.1: Introduction

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What is the general formula of carbohydrates?

  • H2SO4
  • CH3OH
  • CO2
  • Cn(H2O)n (correct)

    • Which functional groups do carbohydrates commonly have?

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

    • Which molecule is the most common example of a carbohydrate?

  • Lipase
  • Hemoglobin
  • Glucose (correct)
  • Insulin

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

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

    What is the role of carbohydrates in determining different blood groups?

    <p>Determining the different blood groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Apart from RNA and DNA structure, what else are the ribose sugars synthesized by carbohydrates used for?

    <p>Synthesis of coenzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule is responsible for shock absorption and thermal insulation?

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

    What is the main biological function of triglycerides?

    <p>Energy storage in adipocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of immunoglobulins?

    <p>Adaptive immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main structural component of cartilage?

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

    Which macromolecule contains basic units called 'amino acids'?

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

    Which type of proteins act as chemical messengers transmitting signals from one cell to another?

    <p>Hormonal proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule provides 9 kcal of energy per gram?

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

    What type of proteins accelerate metabolic processes in cells?

    <p>Enzymatic proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are glycoproteins embedded in cell membranes made of?

    <p>Proteins with sugars attached</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Eicosanoids' and 'prostaglandins' are formed from which macromolecule?

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

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