Biochemistry Basics and Cell Organization
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What characterizes prokaryotic cells compared to eukaryotic cells?

  • Prokaryotic cells are usually larger than eukaryotic cells.
  • Prokaryotic cells have extensive arrays of DNA.
  • Prokaryotic cells lack membrane-enclosed organelles. (correct)
  • Prokaryotic cells have a true nucleus.

Which of the following compounds were likely present in the early Earth's atmosphere?

  • N2, H2O, O2
  • O2, CH4, N2
  • NH3, H2S, H2O (correct)
  • H2, O3, CO2

What is the primary role of RNA in the theories of the origin of life?

  • RNA is only a product of protein synthesis.
  • RNA forms membranes for cells.
  • RNA is considered the first genetic molecule. (correct)
  • RNA acts solely as a catalyst.

How does the DNA structure differ between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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What distinguishes the complexity of eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?

<p>Eukaryotic cells have membrane-enclosed organelles. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about eukaryotic organisms is true?

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What process is suggested as a potential method for biomolecule formation on early Earth?

<p>Abiotically reacting simple compounds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes eukaryotic cells?

<p>They have a membrane-bound nucleus. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of biochemistry in relation to life?

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Which of the following molecules are considered simple molecules that contributed to the origin of life?

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What defines organic chemistry in the context of biochemistry?

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Which statement best describes how living organisms achieve complexity?

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Which aspect of biochemistry allows it to draw from various scientific disciplines?

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What role do complex molecules play in living cells today?

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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental molecule involved in biochemistry?

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What is a commonality among all living organisms?

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What common feature do all amino acids share?

<p>They have a central carbon atom bonded to an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a unique R group. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes carbohydrates?

<p>Simple sugars can form large polymers used for energy storage. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of nucleotides in living organisms?

<p>They are the basic units of DNA and RNA. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes lipids from the other biochemical classes?

<p>They are composed mainly of long hydrocarbon chains. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What discovery challenged the belief regarding the origin of organic compounds?

<p>The synthesis of urea by Friedrich Wöhler in 1828. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do functional groups play in organic chemistry?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of carbohydrates?

<p>They are primarily responsible for hereditary traits. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary molecular currency of the cell?

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Flashcards

What is biochemistry?

The study of the chemistry of life, combining biology and chemistry to understand the molecular processes of living organisms.

What do all living things have in common?

Living organisms, despite their diversity, share fundamental features. Biochemistry reveals these unifying principles at the molecular level.

How did life begin?

The origin of life on Earth is traced back to the formation of simple molecules like water, methane, and ammonia from atoms. These then reacted to create more complex molecules, leading to the first living cells.

What is organic chemistry?

Focuses on compounds containing carbon and hydrogen, with the ability to form large and complex molecules essential for life.

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What are biomolecules?

The basic building blocks of life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are functional groups in biochemistry?

These are the key units that make up biomolecules, influencing their properties and functions.

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Amino Acids

The simplest building blocks of proteins, containing an amino group, a carboxyl group, a hydrogen atom, and a variable side chain (R group).

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Carbohydrates

Organic compounds made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, with a general formula of (CH2O)n, often used for energy storage and structural components.

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Nucleotides

The basic units of DNA and RNA, composed of a five-carbon sugar, a nitrogen-containing ring, and one or more phosphate groups. They also play a role in energy transfer.

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Lipids

A diverse group of organic molecules that are poorly soluble in water, typically composed of long chains of hydrocarbons. They are important for energy storage, cell structure, and signaling.

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Wöhler's Synthesis

In 1828, German chemist Friedrich Wöhler synthesized urea from ammonium cyanate, a mineral compound, proving that organic compounds could be made in the laboratory.

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Organic Chemistry

The study of the structure, properties, and reactions of organic compounds, which includes the classification of compounds based on their functional groups.

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Big Bang Theory

A widely accepted theory stating that the Universe began as a very dense and hot point, which rapidly expanded and cooled.

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Primordial Fireball

A hypothetical stage in the early Universe shortly after the Big Bang, characterized by extreme heat and energy.

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Abiotic Synthesis

The simple compounds of the early atmosphere, such as NH3, H2S, CO, CO2, CH4, N2, H2, and H2O, reacted abiotically to form biologically important compounds like amino acids and nucleotides.

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RNA World Hypothesis

The theory that RNA, not proteins, was the first genetic material.

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Hydrothermal Vent Theory

The theory stating that life arose in hydrothermal vents, hot springs, or other areas where there might be a source of energy for the formation of biomolecules.

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Prokaryote

A type of cell lacking a well-defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, including bacteria and cyanobacteria.

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Eukaryote

A type of cell with a well-defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, including yeast, Paramecium, and all multicellular organisms.

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Nuclear Region

A cell's central region where the DNA is concentrated, even though it's not separated by a membrane in prokaryotes.

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Cyanobacteria

A type of prokaryote that obtains energy through photosynthesis.

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Macromolecules

Large molecules found in living cells, including proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides.

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Study Notes

Biochemistry and the Organization of Cells

  • Biochemistry is the chemistry of life, combining biology and chemistry.
  • Living organisms use similar biomolecules and energy.

Chemical Foundations of Biochemistry

  • Organic chemistry studies carbon compounds, crucial for biomolecules.
  • Biomolecules are categorized into four main groups: amino acids, carbohydrates, nucleotides, and lipids.

Amino Acids

  • Amino acids are the simplest compounds.
  • They contain an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a variable group (R-group).

Carbohydrates

  • Carbohydrates are made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen (CHâ‚‚O)â‚™.
  • Monosaccharides (sugars) are the simplest forms, with glucose being the most common.

Nucleotides

  • Nucleotides are the building blocks of DNA and RNA.
  • Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a crucial nucleotide, acting as the cellular energy currency.

Lipids

  • Lipids are diverse, but generally insoluble in water (hydrophobic).
  • Examples include fats, oils, and cholesterol.

Functional Groups

  • Functional groups are groups of atoms that determine the properties of organic compounds.
  • Many biologically important functional groups contain oxygen and nitrogen.

The Earth and Its Age

  • Big bang cosmology is the prevailing theory for the origin of the universe.
  • The Earth formed billions of years ago, and its early atmosphere was vastly different than now.

Molecules to Cells

  • RNA was likely the first genetic molecule, with proteins likely developing later.
  • Proteins and nucleic acids serve as catalysts and carriers of hereditary informa- tion, respectively.
  • Membranes, formed by lipids, compartmentalize these molecules and act as essen- tial cellular boundaries.

Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

  • Prokaryotic cells (bacteria and archaea) lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
  • Eukaryotic cells (animals, plants, fungi, protists) have a nucleus and membrane- bound organelles.
  • Key organelles include the nucleus, mitochondria, and chloroplasts. These have double membranes and their own DNA.

Extremophiles

  • Extremophiles are organisms that thrive in extreme environments.
  • Organisms found in extreme environments can still produce enzymes that function in non-extreme conditions.

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