Biochemistry: Introduction to Cell Structure and Function
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What did Carl Neuberg define as 'Chemistry of Life'?

  • The metabolism and regulation of gene expression
  • The various molecules that occur in living cells and organisms and their chemical reaction
  • The structure and function of cellular components
  • The study of chemical processes within living organisms (correct)

    • Who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the discovery of the DNA Double Helix?

  • Gilbert
  • Krebs
  • Watson & Crick (correct)
  • Sanger

    • Which of the following is NOT a common knowledge field essential to all life sciences?

  • Anthropology (correct)
  • Botany
  • Toxicology
  • Genetics

    • Who determined the sequence of insulin and won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine?

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

    What is the significance of biochemistry in explaining diseases in humans, animals, and plants?

    <p>It provides explanations for the causes of many diseases in living organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who defined 'Biochemistry' as the 'Chemistry of Life'?

    <p>Carl Neuberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which discovery did Krebs win the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine?

    <p>Discovery of the Citric Acid Cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historic event was recognized by the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1980?

    <p>Sequencing of DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field is NOT considered essential to all life sciences according to the text?

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

    What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Eukaryotic cells have a membrane-bound nucleus, while prokaryotic cells do not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of organisms are classified as prokaryotes?

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

    What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

    <p>Converting light energy into chemical energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances in the cell?

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

    Which scientist(s) contributed to the development of Cell Theory?

    <p>Matthias Schleiden, Theodor Schwann, Rudolf Virchow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of lysosomes in animal cells?

    <p>Digestion and waste removal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1993 for the invention of the PCR method?

    <p>Kary Mullis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Eukaryotic cells have a membrane-bound nucleus, while prokaryotic cells do not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of organisms are classified as prokaryotes?

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

    What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

    <p>Energy production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are credited with the development of Cell Theory?

    <p>Theodor Schwann and Rudolf Virchow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical composition of DNA in animal cells?

    <p>$0.4%$ RNA, $1%$ DNA, $40%$ lipids, $30%$ proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of lysosomes in animal cells?

    <p>Waste disposal and recycling</p> Signup and view all the answers

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