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What type of bond links amino acids in proteins?
What type of bond links amino acids in proteins?
Peptide bond
In glycolysis, what does a glucose molecule split into?
In glycolysis, what does a glucose molecule split into?
Two pyruvate molecules
Who proposed the 'lock and key' theory of enzyme action?
Who proposed the 'lock and key' theory of enzyme action?
Fischer
Which purine base is found in nucleic acids?
Which purine base is found in nucleic acids?
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Name two examples of disaccharides.
Name two examples of disaccharides.
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In which structural level of proteins are α-helix and β-pleated sheets found?
In which structural level of proteins are α-helix and β-pleated sheets found?
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What is the composition of a nucleotide?
What is the composition of a nucleotide?
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What kind of bond joins adjacent nucleotides?
What kind of bond joins adjacent nucleotides?
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Study Notes
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Protein amino acid linkage: Peptide bonds link amino acids in proteins.
- Glycolysis process: Glucose splits into two pyruvate molecules.
- Enzyme action theory: The "lock and key" theory of enzyme action was proposed by Fischer.
- Nucleic acid purine base: Thymine is a purine base in nucleic acids.
- Disaccharide examples: Sucrose and Maltose are examples of disaccharides.
- Protein structure: Secondary structures, like alpha-helices and beta-sheets, are observed in proteins.
- Nucleotide composition: Nucleotides consist of a base, a sugar, and a phosphate.
- Enzyme inhibition: Blocking an enzyme's active site results in competitive inhibition.
- Hormone for glucose genesis: Glucagon increases liver glucose production during prolonged starvation.
Long Answer Questions (LAQs)
- Proteins: A general account of protein structure is required.
- Carbohydrates: Describe the structure, function & formation.
- Nucleic acids: Describe the structure.
- Electron transport chain: Provide a brief explanation of structure and function.
- Gluconeogenesis: Detail the steps involved and its primary function.
- Enzymes: Define, explain their actions & activation energy.
- Fatty acid β-oxidation: Discuss this process and fatty acid synthesis.
- Glycogenesis: Provide the mechanism, function, and significance.
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Test your knowledge on key biochemistry concepts, including protein structures, enzyme action theories, and carbohydrate metabolism. This quiz covers important aspects such as peptide bonds, glycolysis, and nucleotide composition. Challenge yourself with both multiple choice and long answer questions!
