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Which of the following is NOT a family of lipids?
Which of the following is NOT a family of lipids?
Which of these functions is primarily facilitated by cell membranes?
Which of these functions is primarily facilitated by cell membranes?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of signal transduction?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of signal transduction?
The course BCH2IBM focused on which part of the central dogma?
The course BCH2IBM focused on which part of the central dogma?
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Which of the following courses is most likely to investigate the mechanisms underlying Protein > Metabolism?
Which of the following courses is most likely to investigate the mechanisms underlying Protein > Metabolism?
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According to the material, what is a key difference between DNA and RNA?
According to the material, what is a key difference between DNA and RNA?
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What is the function of tRNA in protein synthesis?
What is the function of tRNA in protein synthesis?
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Which of the following best describes a codon as mentioned in the provided material?
Which of the following best describes a codon as mentioned in the provided material?
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What part of an amino acid is responsible for the differences in their chemical properties?
What part of an amino acid is responsible for the differences in their chemical properties?
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According to the provided material, what is the relationship between a codon and an anticodon during protein synthesis?
According to the provided material, what is the relationship between a codon and an anticodon during protein synthesis?
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Which of the following is NOT a way to denote an amino acid?
Which of the following is NOT a way to denote an amino acid?
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How is histidine's charge affected by changing pH?
How is histidine's charge affected by changing pH?
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Which interaction is NOT primarily associated with protein folding?
Which interaction is NOT primarily associated with protein folding?
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What kind of interactions form the basis of the α-helix and β-sheet structures in proteins?
What kind of interactions form the basis of the α-helix and β-sheet structures in proteins?
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What is the effect of single nucleotide substitutions on proteins?
What is the effect of single nucleotide substitutions on proteins?
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What differentiates tertiary and quaternary protein structures?
What differentiates tertiary and quaternary protein structures?
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What are lipids most critical for within cellular structures?
What are lipids most critical for within cellular structures?
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Which type of bond is likely to form between cysteine residues?
Which type of bond is likely to form between cysteine residues?
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Biochemistry Module 1 - Introduction
- The module is titled "Re-cap BCH2IBM"
- The module's introduction is presented in a module called "BCH2IBM"
- The presenter is Katrina Binger
- The module is from a department of Biochemistry and Genetics
- Key molecules discussed include DNA, RNA, and Protein.
- Metabolism is also mentioned
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
- The lecture is a revision of BCH2IBM and is not assessable
Cellular Life
- Cellular life is presented in a hierarchical structure, encompassing levels 4, 3, 2 and 1
- Hierarchical structure includes Supramolecular Complexes, Macromolecules, Monomeric Units respectively,
- Cells and organelles are included in the top level - level 4.
- Key components such as Chromatin, DNA, Protein, Plasma Membrane and Cell Wall are within level 3 and 2
- Basic monomeric components such as Nucleotides, Amino Acids and Sugars are at the lowest level 1.
The Central Dogma
- DNA is transcribed to RNA
- RNA is translated to Protein.
- Introns are removed from pre-mRNA through splicing, leaving exons joined together.
- The processes include post-translational modification.
DNA
- Organized into nucleosomes
- Long-lived, chemically stable
- High-fidelity replication; detailed mechanism
- Chromatin is composed of "nucleosomes," where DNA wraps around histones
RNA
- Flexible
- Chemically unstable
- Various types: Ribosomal (rRNA), messenger (mRNA), transfer (tRNA)
- Secondary structure includes hairpins, double-helical stem regions, and stem-loops.
mRNA, rRNA, and tRNA
- mRNA's role in transcription: mRNA is created in the nucleus using DNA as a template
- mRNA serves as a "blueprint" for building proteins
- rRNA's role in translation: rRNA is a part of ribosomes which help in linking amino acids together.
- tRNA's role in translation: tRNA has an anticodon that matches a codon on the mRNA
Protein Synthesis
- RNA holds instructions for protein synthesis.
- Codons (3 nucleotides on RNA) match anticodons on tRNA.
- Different tRNAs are linked to specific amino acids.
- Amino acids form polypeptide chains via peptide bonds.
Hierarchical Structure of Proteins
- A hierarchical system demonstrating how proteins are constructed
- Shows how proteins go from amino acids, building up through secondary protein structure, tertiary protein structure and quaternary protein structure
Amino Acids
- 20 amino acids, differing by their R-groups with varying properties like hydrophobic/hydrophilic, bulky/small, flexible/rigid, and charged/disulfide
- Amino acids are identified by full names, 3-letter abbreviations and single letter codes.
- Key groups include charged amino acid types
Charged Amino Acids
- Five charged amino acids: Arg, Lys, Asp, Glu, and His
- Their behavior as acids/bases depends on pH
- pH significantly influences amino acid charge, impacting protein folding and function
- Example given of Histidine, highlighting how its charge changes with pH
Protein Folding
- The folding and 3D shape of a protein results from chemical interactions between amino acid R-groups.
- Interactions can be categorized into hydrophobic interactions, van der Waals interactions, disulfide bonds, ionic bonds, and hydrogen bonds.
Protein Structure: Secondary
- Two key structures presented here include α-helices and β-sheets
- Describes antiparallel and parallel β-sheet arrangement.
- Key structural components are provided (Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, R group).
Protein Structure: Tertiary and Quaternary
- Tertiary structure involves interactions within a single polypeptide chain
- Quaternary structure involves interactions between multiple polypeptide chains.
- Examples like the interactions in haemoglobin are included.
Cellular Compartmentalisation
- Lipids are crucial for defining cell structure and internal compartments.
- Lipid families such as fatty acids, phospholipids, and others are essential components of cell membranes.
- Membranes regulate diverse functions including protein transport, endocytosis, and exocytosis.
Signalling
- Six critical characteristics of signal transduction: specificity, amplification, modularity, desensitization, integration of pathways, and regulation by localization.
- Key components of cell signalling such as Receptor protein and Intracellular signaling protein are shown
Summary
- BCH2IBM focused on the molecular mechanisms underlying the DNA>RNA>Protein part of the central dogma.
- BCH2MBC will continue understanding cellular mechanisms underlying Protein>Metabolism.
Resources
- All BCH2IBM lecture slides are accessible on the LMS
- Several chapters are available from Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry (7th Edition)
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This quiz covers the introduction to Biochemistry Module 1, focusing on key concepts from the BCH2IBM module. Topics include critical biomolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins, alongside metabolism and the hierarchical structure of cellular life. This revision is intended for students in the Biochemistry and Genetics department.
