Biochemistry Basics
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What is the primary focus of biochemistry?

  • Investigation of the genetic information encoded in DNA
  • Analysis of the chemical reactions that occur in living organisms
  • Exploration of the evolutionary relationships between organisms
  • Study of the structure and function of biomolecules (correct)

    • Which of the following biomolecules plays a crucial role in energy metabolism?

  • Nucleotides
  • Carbohydrates (correct)
  • Fatty acids
  • Amino acids

    • What is the term for the process by which cells generate energy from the breakdown of glucose?

  • Electron transport chain
  • Glycolysis (correct)
  • Photosynthesis
  • Fermentation

    • Which of the following enzymes is responsible for catalyzing the breakdown of proteins into amino acids?

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

    What is the term for the process by which cells synthesize new proteins?

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

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