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Which of the following is NOT considered an important organic compound in living organisms?
Which of the following is NOT considered an important organic compound in living organisms?
What is the term for reactions where simpler substances combine to form complex substances?
What is the term for reactions where simpler substances combine to form complex substances?
All living organisms contain both organic and inorganic compounds.
All living organisms contain both organic and inorganic compounds.
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Catabolic reactions require energy to break down complex molecules.
Catabolic reactions require energy to break down complex molecules.
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What is the primary biochemical process that supports energy production in living organisms?
What is the primary biochemical process that supports energy production in living organisms?
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The chemical composition of a bacterial cell is approximately ___% water.
The chemical composition of a bacterial cell is approximately ___% water.
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What are the two main types of metabolic processes?
What are the two main types of metabolic processes?
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Match the following chemical components with their corresponding percentage in a mammalian cell:
Match the following chemical components with their corresponding percentage in a mammalian cell:
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Anabolic reactions use energy derived from the breakdown of complex molecules during ______ reactions.
Anabolic reactions use energy derived from the breakdown of complex molecules during ______ reactions.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What percentage of water is found in brain cells?
What percentage of water is found in brain cells?
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Water's specific heat capacity is 0.5.
Water's specific heat capacity is 0.5.
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Name the process that uses water in photosynthesis.
Name the process that uses water in photosynthesis.
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Water is crucial for nearly all cellular processes, enabling biochemical reactions like ______.
Water is crucial for nearly all cellular processes, enabling biochemical reactions like ______.
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Match the water properties with their descriptions:
Match the water properties with their descriptions:
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Which of the following elements does carbon commonly combine with to form organic compounds?
Which of the following elements does carbon commonly combine with to form organic compounds?
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Macromolecules like cellulose, fats, and proteins are typically soluble in water.
Macromolecules like cellulose, fats, and proteins are typically soluble in water.
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What type of bond forms between carbon and nitrogen in amino acids?
What type of bond forms between carbon and nitrogen in amino acids?
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What does it mean for carbon to be tetravalent?
What does it mean for carbon to be tetravalent?
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ATP provides __________ energy for cellular metabolism.
ATP provides __________ energy for cellular metabolism.
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Match the following macromolecules with their primary functions:
Match the following macromolecules with their primary functions:
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Carbon can only form unbranched chains.
Carbon can only form unbranched chains.
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What type of bond is formed when two atoms share electrons?
What type of bond is formed when two atoms share electrons?
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Carbon atoms can arrange themselves to form __________ or ring structures.
Carbon atoms can arrange themselves to form __________ or ring structures.
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Which of the following accurately describes monosaccharides?
Which of the following accurately describes monosaccharides?
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Carbohydrates are exclusively produced by animals.
Carbohydrates are exclusively produced by animals.
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What is the term used to describe carbohydrates?
What is the term used to describe carbohydrates?
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Carbohydrates break down into smaller molecules through a process called _____ using water.
Carbohydrates break down into smaller molecules through a process called _____ using water.
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Match the types of carbohydrates with their descriptions:
Match the types of carbohydrates with their descriptions:
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Which of the following monosaccharides is most important from a biological perspective?
Which of the following monosaccharides is most important from a biological perspective?
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Tetroses are commonly found in nature.
Tetroses are commonly found in nature.
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What is the general formula for monosaccharides?
What is the general formula for monosaccharides?
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Ribose forms a five-cornered ring known as ______.
Ribose forms a five-cornered ring known as ______.
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Match the following types of sugars with their corresponding number of carbon atoms:
Match the following types of sugars with their corresponding number of carbon atoms:
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What is the primary structure formed by glucose in solution?
What is the primary structure formed by glucose in solution?
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Glucose can be found in fruits such as grapes and dates.
Glucose can be found in fruits such as grapes and dates.
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What is the process by which green plants synthesize glucose?
What is the process by which green plants synthesize glucose?
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In a glycosidic bond, two ___________ are joined together.
In a glycosidic bond, two ___________ are joined together.
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Match the following types of carbohydrates with their characteristics:
Match the following types of carbohydrates with their characteristics:
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What is the main energy source utilized during photosynthesis?
What is the main energy source utilized during photosynthesis?
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Oligosaccharides are more soluble in water compared to monosaccharides.
Oligosaccharides are more soluble in water compared to monosaccharides.
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Name the type of bond formed between two monosaccharides.
Name the type of bond formed between two monosaccharides.
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Sucrose is a disaccharide composed of __________ and __________.
Sucrose is a disaccharide composed of __________ and __________.
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Match the following types of oligosaccharides with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following types of oligosaccharides with their corresponding definitions:
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What is the heat of vaporization of water measured in?
What is the heat of vaporization of water measured in?
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Water does not ionize to form $H^{+}$ and $OH^{-}$ ions.
Water does not ionize to form $H^{+}$ and $OH^{-}$ ions.
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What role do carbohydrates play in living organisms?
What role do carbohydrates play in living organisms?
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The general formula for carbohydrates is $C_x(H_2O)_y$, where $x$ is a whole number ranging from ____ to thousands.
The general formula for carbohydrates is $C_x(H_2O)_y$, where $x$ is a whole number ranging from ____ to thousands.
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Match the following carbohydrate sources with their examples:
Match the following carbohydrate sources with their examples:
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At 25°C, the concentration of $H^{+}$ and $OH^{-}$ ions in pure water is approximately:
At 25°C, the concentration of $H^{+}$ and $OH^{-}$ ions in pure water is approximately:
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What is the main source of carbohydrates?
What is the main source of carbohydrates?
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Water serves as a lubricant and cushioning fluid in the body.
Water serves as a lubricant and cushioning fluid in the body.
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Study Notes
Biological Molecules: Introduction to Biochemistry
- Biochemistry is a branch of biology
- It focuses on the study of chemical components and processes in living organisms
- Biochemistry is essential for understanding anatomy and physiology
- Biochemical processes like photosynthesis, respiration, digestion, muscle contraction can be described in biochemical terms
- Living things consist of organic and inorganic compounds
- Organic compounds include carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids
- Inorganic substances are water, carbon dioxide, acids, bases, and salts
Chemical Composition of Cells
- Table 2.1 shows the chemical composition of bacterial and mammalian cells
- Water forms the greatest proportion (70% in bacterial cells and 17% in mammalian cells)
- Proteins are a large percentage in mammalian cells (18%).
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Test your knowledge on the essential organic and inorganic compounds in living organisms. This quiz covers metabolism, energy production, and the role of water in biochemical processes. Challenge yourself with questions about cellular composition and metabolic reactions.
