Biochemistry Basics Quiz
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Biochemistry Basics Quiz

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Which term refers to the sequence of enzymatically-catalyzed steps from a starting raw material to final end products?

  • Enzymatic pathway (correct)
  • Metabolic reaction
  • Redox reaction
  • Chemical energy

    • What occurs when an atom becomes more oxidized in a chemical reaction?

  • Loses electrons
  • Gains electrons
  • Bonds to a less electronegative atom
  • Bonds to a more electronegative atom (correct)

    • What is the role of ATP in cellular reactions?

  • Enzyme activation
  • Energy storage (correct)
  • Cellular signaling
  • Electron transfer

    • What is the major function of nucleotides?

    <p>Storage of genomic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of carbohydrate consists of a short chain of monosaccharides?

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

    What is the result of the hydrolysis of ATP?

    <p>ADP + Phosphate + Energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of catabolism in a living organism?

    <p>To obtain energy and raw materials from nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of biological reactions is ATP hydrolysis used as an energy source?

    <p>Active transport in the sodium-potassium pump</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main result of the catabolism of glucose?

    <p>Synthesis of ATP from ADP and phosphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pathway involves the partial oxidation of glucose to form pyruvic acid?

    <p>Glycolytic pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

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