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Which field is concerned with the structure and function of cellular components such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and other biomolecules?
Which field is concerned with the structure and function of cellular components such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and other biomolecules?
- Bioinorganic chemistry
- Cell membrane transport
- Genetic code
- Bioorganic chemistry (correct)
What is the study of the chemical substances found in living organisms and their interactions called?
What is the study of the chemical substances found in living organisms and their interactions called?
- Biochemistry (correct)
- Organic chemistry
- Inorganic chemistry
- Physical chemistry
Which of the following is NOT a major type of biochemical substance in the human body?
Which of the following is NOT a major type of biochemical substance in the human body?
- Proteins
- Nucleic acids (correct)
- Water
- Inorganic salts
Which type of substances do not contain carbon?
Which type of substances do not contain carbon?
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What percentage of the human body is composed of water?
What percentage of the human body is composed of water?
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Biochemistry
- Biochemistry is the field concerned with the structure and function of cellular components such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and other biomolecules.
- The study of the chemical substances found in living organisms and their interactions is called biochemistry.
Types of Biochemical Substances
- There are four major types of biochemical substances in the human body: proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.
- Inorganic substances, such as water, salts, and minerals, are NOT a major type of biochemical substance.
Characteristics of Biochemical Substances
- Biochemical substances, such as carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids, contain carbon.
- Inorganic substances, such as water, do not contain carbon.
Composition of the Human Body
- The human body is composed of approximately 60% water.
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