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What type of reaction involves joining two monomers by removing water?
Which functional group is responsible for forming disulfide bonds in proteins?
What is the primary function of proteins?
Which of the following correctly describes a saturated fatty acid?
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What type of structural level describes the sequence of amino acids in a protein?
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How do purines differ from pyrimidines in nucleic acids?
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Which polysaccharide is used for energy storage in plants?
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What is the primary characteristic of a nonpolar covalent bond?
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What effect does denaturation have on a protein?
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Which type of bond is formed by the complete transfer of electrons?
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How do polar molecules interact with water?
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Which of the following is NOT an emergent property of water?
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What effect do acids have on the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution?
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Which functional group is characterized by being polar and increasing solubility in water?
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Which of the following best explains the difference between structural isomers and geometric isomers?
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Which elements are primarily found in nucleic acids?
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Study Notes
Chemical Bonds
- Nonpolar Covalent Bond: Equal sharing of electrons between atoms with similar electronegativities.
- Polar Covalent Bond: Unequal sharing of electrons creates partial positive and negative charges on atoms.
- Ionic Bond: Complete electron transfer from one atom to another, forming positive and negative ions.
- Hydrogen Bond: Weak attraction between a hydrogen atom bonded to a highly electronegative atom and another electronegative atom.
Molecular Properties
- Polar Molecules: Uneven electron distribution leads to partial charges, making them soluble in polar solvents like water.
- Nonpolar Molecules: Even electron distribution results in poor solubility in water but solubility in nonpolar solvents.
- Water Molecule Structure: Composed of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, exhibiting partial negative charge on oxygen and partial positive charges on hydrogen.
Properties of Water
- Emergent Properties: Cohesion, adhesion, high specific heat, high heat of vaporization, and universal solvent capabilities.
- Biological Importance: These properties support temperature regulation, nutrient transport, and facilitate chemical reactions in living organisms.
pH Scale
- Range: 0 to 14, measuring hydrogen ion (H⁺) concentration.
- Biological Impact: Changes in pH can affect enzyme activity and overall cellular functions.
- Acids vs. Bases: Acids increase H⁺ concentration; bases increase OH⁻ ions, influencing the balance of H⁺ and OH⁻.
Isomer Types
- Structural Isomers: Differ in atom arrangement.
- Geometric Isomers: Vary in spatial arrangement around double bonds.
- Stereoisomers (Enantiomers): Mirror-image forms of each other.
Abundant Biological Elements
- Major elements in organisms include Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Sulfur (S).
Macromolecules and Functional Groups
- Carbohydrates: Composed of C, H, and O, providing energy and structural support.
- Lipids: Primarily C, H, and O, functioning in energy storage and membrane formation.
- Proteins: Contain C, H, O, N, and sometimes S, serving various roles, including enzymatic activity.
- Nucleic Acids: Made of C, H, O, N, and P, responsible for genetic information storage and transmission.
Functional Groups
- Hydroxyl (-OH): Increases water solubility, polar.
- Carbonyl (C=O): Present in sugars, polar.
- Carboxyl (-COOH): Acidic, donates H⁺ ions.
- Amino (-NH₂): Basic, accepts H⁺ ions.
- Sulfhydryl (-SH): Forms disulfide bonds in proteins.
- Phosphate (-PO₄): Involved in energy transfer (ATP).
- Methyl (-CH₃): Nonpolar, impacts gene expression.
Macromolecule Formation
- Dehydration Synthesis: Joins monomers by removing water.
- Hydrolysis: Breaks down polymers by adding water.
- Monomer Orientation: Functional groups must face each other to form bonds.
Carbohydrate Structures
- Polysaccharides: Include starch (plant energy storage), cellulose (plant structural component), and glycogen (animal energy storage) with glucose monomers differing in structure.
Lipid Types
- Triglycerides: Composed of glycerol and three fatty acids for energy storage.
- Phospholipids: Made of glycerol, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group, forming cell membranes.
- Steroids: Have a carbon ring structure, functioning in hormone signaling.
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Fatty Acid Types:
- Saturated: No double bonds; solid at room temperature.
- Unsaturated: Contains double bonds; liquid at room temperature.
Protein Structure
- Amino Acids: Consist of an amino group, carboxyl group, and unique R group.
- Polypeptide Formation: Amino acids linked by peptide bonds, where R groups determine properties.
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Protein Structure Levels:
- Primary: Sequence of amino acids.
- Secondary: Folding into structures like alpha helices or beta sheets via hydrogen bonding.
- Tertiary: 3D shape from interactions among R groups.
- Quaternary: Interaction between multiple polypeptide chains.
- Denaturation: Disruption of protein structure due to temperature, pH changes, or chemicals.
Nucleic Acids
- Structure: Composed of nucleotides (sugar, phosphate, nitrogenous base).
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Base Pairing:
- Adenine pairs with Thymine (or Uracil in RNA).
- Cytosine pairs with Guanine, with CG pairs featuring three hydrogen bonds, making them stronger than AT pairs.
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Test your knowledge on different types of chemical bonds including nonpolar covalent, polar covalent, ionic, and hydrogen bonds. This quiz covers the fundamental concepts and characteristics that define these bonds.
