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Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between oxidation and reduction in biochemical reactions?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between oxidation and reduction in biochemical reactions?
- Oxidation and reduction always occur simultaneously, with one molecule losing electrons and the other gaining them. (correct)
- Oxidation involves the addition of hydrogen atoms, while reduction involves the removal of hydrogen atoms.
- Oxidation and reduction are independent processes that can occur separately in biochemical reactions.
- Oxidation always involves the gain of electrons, while reduction involves the loss of electrons.
Which of the following best describes the structural difference between pentane and 2-methylbutane?
Which of the following best describes the structural difference between pentane and 2-methylbutane?
- Pentane has a branched carbon chain, while 2-methylbutane has a straight carbon chain.
- Pentane and 2-methylbutane are enantiomers, meaning they are mirror images of each other.
- Pentane and 2-methylbutane are structural isomers, meaning they have the same molecular formula but different arrangements of atoms. (correct)
- Pentane has a ketone functional group, while 2-methylbutane has an aldehyde functional group.
In the context of protein structure, what is the primary level of structure?
In the context of protein structure, what is the primary level of structure?
- The linear sequence of amino acids linked by peptide bonds. (correct)
- The overall shape of the protein, determined by interactions between the side chains of amino acids.
- The three-dimensional arrangement of protein subunits.
- The regular, repeating patterns of amino acid folding, such as alpha-helices and beta-sheets.
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between protein structure and function?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between protein structure and function?
What is the significance of the side chains (R groups) in amino acids?
What is the significance of the side chains (R groups) in amino acids?
Which of the following best describes the process of protein denaturation?
Which of the following best describes the process of protein denaturation?
What does the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation allow us to calculate?
What does the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation allow us to calculate?
A patient presents with respiratory acidosis. Which of the following compensatory mechanisms would be expected to occur in this situation?
A patient presents with respiratory acidosis. Which of the following compensatory mechanisms would be expected to occur in this situation?
What is the most likely cause of metabolic alkalosis?
What is the most likely cause of metabolic alkalosis?
Which of the following statements about the acid dissociation constant (Ka) is false?
Which of the following statements about the acid dissociation constant (Ka) is false?
Consider a weak acid with a pKa of 4.5. What is the approximate pH of a solution containing equal concentrations of the weak acid and its conjugate base?
Consider a weak acid with a pKa of 4.5. What is the approximate pH of a solution containing equal concentrations of the weak acid and its conjugate base?
Which of the following disorders is characterized by a decrease in hydrogen ion concentration in the blood?
Which of the following disorders is characterized by a decrease in hydrogen ion concentration in the blood?
What is the primary function of biological buffers?
What is the primary function of biological buffers?
A solution contains a weak acid with a pKa of 5.0. What is the approximate ratio of the conjugate base to the weak acid if the pH is 4.0?
A solution contains a weak acid with a pKa of 5.0. What is the approximate ratio of the conjugate base to the weak acid if the pH is 4.0?
Which of the following would NOT be a consequence of acidosis?
Which of the following would NOT be a consequence of acidosis?
A buffer solution is prepared by mixing a weak acid and its conjugate base. What would happen to the pH of this buffer if a small amount of strong acid is added?
A buffer solution is prepared by mixing a weak acid and its conjugate base. What would happen to the pH of this buffer if a small amount of strong acid is added?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between an enzyme's Km value and its affinity for a substrate?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between an enzyme's Km value and its affinity for a substrate?
A specific enzyme catalyzes the breakdown of a complex carbohydrate molecule into simpler sugars. Which of the following categories of enzymes would this enzyme most likely belong to?
A specific enzyme catalyzes the breakdown of a complex carbohydrate molecule into simpler sugars. Which of the following categories of enzymes would this enzyme most likely belong to?
A certain enzyme functions optimally at a pH of 7.4. What would be the most likely outcome if the pH of the environment surrounding this enzyme is reduced to 6.0?
A certain enzyme functions optimally at a pH of 7.4. What would be the most likely outcome if the pH of the environment surrounding this enzyme is reduced to 6.0?
A hypothetical enzyme requires a specific metal ion to function properly. This metal ion would be classified as:
A hypothetical enzyme requires a specific metal ion to function properly. This metal ion would be classified as:
Ribozymes, unlike traditional protein-based enzymes, exhibit unique features. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ribozymes?
Ribozymes, unlike traditional protein-based enzymes, exhibit unique features. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ribozymes?
Which of the following mechanisms is NOT involved in generating or influencing enzyme specificity?
Which of the following mechanisms is NOT involved in generating or influencing enzyme specificity?
An enzyme-substrate complex is formed when:
An enzyme-substrate complex is formed when:
Enzymes are catalysts that can significantly accelerate chemical reactions. Which of the following is a key characteristic of enzymes that allows them to do so?
Enzymes are catalysts that can significantly accelerate chemical reactions. Which of the following is a key characteristic of enzymes that allows them to do so?
A laboratory test is being developed to detect the presence of a specific enzyme in a patient's blood sample. This test would be considered an:
A laboratory test is being developed to detect the presence of a specific enzyme in a patient's blood sample. This test would be considered an:
A molecule contains a carbon chain with two functional groups. How are the alpha carbons designated in this case?
A molecule contains a carbon chain with two functional groups. How are the alpha carbons designated in this case?
Consider a carbon chain with a functional group at one end. How is the numbering of carbons assigned in this chain?
Consider a carbon chain with a functional group at one end. How is the numbering of carbons assigned in this chain?
Based on the information provided, which of the following is NOT considered a functional group essential in Biochemistry?
Based on the information provided, which of the following is NOT considered a functional group essential in Biochemistry?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between stereochemistry and functional groups?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between stereochemistry and functional groups?
Which of these correctly describes the role of a phosphate functional group in biochemical processes?
Which of these correctly describes the role of a phosphate functional group in biochemical processes?
Flashcards
Stereochemistry
Stereochemistry
The study of the spatial arrangement of atoms in molecules, particularly at the alpha-carbon.
Alpha carbon (α-carbon)
Alpha carbon (α-carbon)
The first carbon atom bonded to a functional group in a carbon chain.
Functional groups
Functional groups
Specific groups of atoms that determine the characteristics and reactivity of organic molecules.
Oxidation-reduction reactions
Oxidation-reduction reactions
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Carbons in carbon chains
Carbons in carbon chains
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Structural Isomers
Structural Isomers
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Cis-Trans Isomers
Cis-Trans Isomers
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Enantiomers
Enantiomers
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Peptide Bonds
Peptide Bonds
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Protein Structure Levels
Protein Structure Levels
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Denaturation vs. Renaturation
Denaturation vs. Renaturation
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pH
pH
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Henderson-Hasselbalch equation
Henderson-Hasselbalch equation
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Acidosis
Acidosis
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Alkalosis
Alkalosis
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Biological buffers
Biological buffers
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Weak acid/base pairs
Weak acid/base pairs
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Acid Dissociation Constant (Ka)
Acid Dissociation Constant (Ka)
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pKa
pKa
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Buffer pH change
Buffer pH change
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Ribozyme
Ribozyme
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Enzyme-substrate complex
Enzyme-substrate complex
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Activation energy
Activation energy
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Active site
Active site
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Cofactor
Cofactor
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Enzyme specificity
Enzyme specificity
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Km value
Km value
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Covalent vs. Noncovalent interactions
Covalent vs. Noncovalent interactions
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Holoenzyme
Holoenzyme
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Study Notes
Block 1 Review - BMS 531 Medical Biochemistry, Spring 2025
- The course aims to introduce graduate-level medical biochemistry, establishing baseline expectations and overall course goals
- Upon course completion, students will be able to:
- Understand course expectations and goals
- Summarize the foundational knowledge to build upon for success
- Define and explain biochemical terms and chemical compounds, connecting them to living systems (including stereochemistry's importance in biochemical reactions)
- Summarize carbon chain naming and functional groups in biochemistry, explaining their reactivity
- Demonstrate electron transfer during oxidation-reduction reactions, identifying oxidized and reduced compounds
Organic Chemistry Reminders
- Alpha carbon (α-carbon) is the carbon atom bonded to a functional group; naming continues down the chain (α, β, γ, etc.)
- Multiple alpha carbons can exist in a carbon chain
- Functional groups affect carbon labeling
- Carbon chain numbering is based on the functional group/reaction end or branch point
Structure and Function Relationship
- Stereochemistry describes the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in a molecule, crucial at the α-carbon
- Key functional groups in biology
- Structures and properties of various functional groups
- Hydroxyl, methyl, carbonyl, carboxyl, amino, phosphate, sulfhydryl
- Names and suffixes are linked using prefixes.
- Structures and properties of various functional groups
Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
- Electron transfer is essential in biochemistry
- Loss of electrons (oxidation) and gain of electrons (reduction) are coupled reactions
- Hydrogen transfer can represent electron transfer.
- This represents an energy transfer pathway, alongside phosphorylation
Isomers
- Different structural arrangements of molecules can lead to unique properties
- Three types of isomers were covered:
- Structural isomers (different bonding arrangements)
- Cis-trans isomers (different arrangement around a double bond)
- Enantiomers (mirror images)
BMS 531.02 Objectives
- Comparing and contrasting chemical and structural features of amino acids, emphasizing how functional groups influence behavior
- Explaining side chain roles in amino acid behavior
- Summarizing peptide bond generation
- Evaluating protein structure by detailing levels, importance of amino acid structure, denaturation/renaturation
- Explaining protein classification types and categories
- Determining how environmental conditions (e.g. pH) alter amino acid behavior (Henderson-Hasselbalch)
BMS 531.03 Objectives
- Evaluating carbohydrate structure and function in the body and diet
- Summarizing common carbohydrates in the body and diet, using different structural representations (linear and cyclic)
- Identifying anomeric carbons, explaining bond formation between monosaccharides
- Differentiating between alpha and beta conformations and linkages in polysaccharides
- Contrasting lipid types, use in biological systems, saturated and unsaturated forms
- Explaining the role of adipose tissue in energy
- Explaining lipid behavior, location, storage, usage, and how structure informs locational function in biological systems
BMS 531.04 & 531.05 Concepts
- Learning objectives relate to understanding pH, hydrogen ion concentration, buffer function, osmosis, hypotonic, hypertonic, isotonic solutions, and the effect of ADH/arginine vasopressin.
- Calculations involve estimating percentage dissociation/association of compounds, understanding buffer effectiveness, osmotic pressure, molarity, and osmolality.
- Calculations involving equilibrium, weak acid/base reactions, and biological buffers to determine pH, pKa, and pI values.
- Understanding pH change in buffers, acidosis, and alkalosis are included.
Overview
- Water's properties (cohesion, surface tension, high specific heat, high heat of vaporization, crystallizes/expands when freezes, and polarity) are an overview.
- Water movement and pH are also covered.
- Henderson-Hasselbalch equations and calculations are necessary
Importance of Acid-Base Balance
- Changes in pH play key roles in biological processes, especially breathing regulation.
- Acidosis and alkalosis are introduced, as well as examples of how plasma bicarbonate and pCO2 are regulated
- Disease states and how they relate to acid/base imbalance
Acid Dissociation Constant (Ka)
- Affinity of an acid for dissociable H⁺ ions
- Acid dissociation constant (Ka) describes this affinity
- Strong acids have low pKa; weak acids have high pKa due to high HA concentration.
BMS 531.06 Objectives
- Defining and applying enzyme-related terms
- Categorizing enzymes by reaction types
- Evaluating enzyme impacts in varying conditions (pH)
- Detailing covalent and noncovalent enzyme activity mechanisms
- Explaining enzyme specificity and influencing factors
- Assessing the use of enzymes in diagnostics and treatment
- Evaluating enzyme kinetics by describing methods, calculating Vmax, Km, and substrate concentration.
Enzyme Basics
- Enzymatic activity is conferred by amino acid functional groups and cofactors/coenzymes.
- Holoenzyme (complete, active enzyme) is distinct from apoenzyme (inactive precursor).
- Cofactors are inorganic ions critical for enzyme function
Enzyme Classification
- Enzymes are classified into six major classes based on the type of reaction they catalyze; each class subdivided further.
- Specific examples for each class are noted
- Classification categories are explained
Enzyme Kinetics
- Plotting velocity against substrate concentration, using Lineweaver-Burk plots, and the Eadie-Hofstee equation are covered.
- Lineweaver-Burk plot, slope, and intercepts represent important kinetics data, especially during inhibitor analysis
- Competitive and noncompetitive enzyme inhibition is explained, contrasting different outcomes
BMS 531.07 Objectives
- Applying thermodynamics to biological systems, evaluating energy change during reactions (delta G).
- Determining spontaneous reaction potential
- Comparing BMR and RMR
- Summarizing enzyme regulation.
- Explaining strategies for biological catalysis, evaluating effects of enzymatic regulation/loss of regulation.
- Comparing enzyme structure to function and summarizing common functional groups/cofactor roles in catalysis
- Enzymatic regulation in real-world situations are summarized
- Competitive, noncompetitive, and allosteric enzyme regulation outcomes are contrasted
Energy
- Distinguish between potential and kinetic energy and their biological forms.
- Different forms of potential energy are introduced, alongside kinetic energy.
Free Energy
- Understanding free energy (ΔG) in biological processes (exergonic vs. endergonic)
- Free energy change (ΔG°) is presented as a measure of change under standard conditions at pH 7 and 25°C.
Introducing Metabolism: Strategies for Catalysis
- Acid-base catalysis involves proton donation/acceptance
- Covalent catalysis uses amino acid side chain covalent linkages
- Metal-ion catalysis utilizes metal ions
- Approximation catalysis orients substrates
- Cofactor catalysis uses cofactors for substrate orientation
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