10 Questions
What is the main focus of biochemistry?
The chemical basis of life and the molecules in living cells
Which best describes a scientific law?
A statement of natural phenomena to which no exceptions are known under given conditions
What distinguishes a theory from a hypothesis?
The amount of experimental evidence supporting it
What is the role of enzymes in living organisms?
Acting as catalysts in biochemical reactions
Which field does biochemistry contribute to?
Genetics, cell biology, and molecular biology
Which type of macromolecule is assembled from nucleotides?
Nucleic acids
What type of reaction removes a molecule of water from two monomers as they are connected together to form polymers?
Dehydration synthesis
What is the chemical composition of protein in a normal man weighing 65 kg?
11%
Which type of molecule do all cells use for cell walls (if present) and energy generation?
Carbohydrates
What creates a permanent dipole in a molecule, which can determine the relative solubility of molecules?
Hydrogen bond
Test your knowledge of biochemistry and the scientific method with this quiz. Explore concepts such as chemistry, hypothesis, theory, and experimental investigation.
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