Genetics and Biochemistry Concepts Match Quiz

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Match the following branches of genetics with their descriptions:

Biochemical genetics = Studies the chemical structure of genes and enzyme function Cytogenetics = Examines the structure and function of chromosomes Developmental genetics = Focuses on genetic control of development processes Genetic engineering = Involves manipulating genes for practical purposes

Match the following biomolecules with their functions:

Proteins = Catalysts for biochemical reactions Carbohydrates = Provide energy and structural support Lipids = Store energy and form cell membranes Nucleic acids = Store and transmit genetic information

Match the following concepts with their definitions:

Molecular biology = Studies molecular synthesis and interactions Central dogma = Describes the flow of genetic information Biochemistry = Study of chemical substances in living organisms Genetics = Focuses on hereditary transmission and variation in organisms

Match the following processes with their related terms:

Transcription = The process of copying DNA to RNA Translation = The synthesis of proteins from RNA Replication = The duplication of DNA molecules Mutation = A change in the genetic sequence Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their related functions:

Enzymes = Catalyze biochemical reactions Genes = Instructions for synthesizing proteins DNA = Contains genetic code RNA = Translates genetic information into proteins Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of RNA with their functions:

mRNA = Carries genetic information from DNA tRNA = Brings amino acids to the ribosome rRNA = Forms the core of ribosome's structure snRNA = Involved in RNA splicing Signup and view all the answers

Match the following pathways with their descriptions:

Metabolic pathways = Series of chemical reactions in a cell Gene regulation pathways = Control gene expression Signal transduction pathways = Transmit signals from outside to inside a cell Biochemical pathways = Involve the conversion of substrates into products Signup and view all the answers

Match the following biochemists' focus areas with their definitions:

Structure = The arrangement of atoms in biomolecules Function = The biological roles of biomolecules Transformation = The changes molecules undergo during processes Interactions = How biomolecules affect each other's activities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cellular components with their functions:

Ribosomes = Synthesize polypeptide chains from mRNA tRNA = Delivers amino acids to ribosomes mRNA = Template for translation Endoplasmic Reticulum = Site of ribosomes in eukaryotes Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of cells with their translation location:

Eukaryotes = Cytoplasm and attached to endoplasmic reticulum Prokaryotes = Cytoplasm Human Cells = Cytoplasm Bacterial Cells = Cytoplasm Signup and view all the answers

Match the following structures with their characteristics:

Ribosomal RNA = Forms a significant part of ribosomes Codon = Sequence of three nucleotides on mRNA Cloverleaf structure = Shape adopted by tRNA Subunits = Components of ribosomes (large and small) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Translation = Process of synthesizing proteins from mRNA Transcription = Process of copying DNA to mRNA Amino Acid = Building block of proteins Hydrogen Bonds = Forces that stabilize tRNA structure Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:

Ribosome = Complex molecular machine made of protein and RNA tRNA = Binds to codons on mRNA mRNA = Carries genetic information from DNA Endoplasmic Reticulum = Associated with ribosome function in eukaryotes Signup and view all the answers

Match the following conditions with their inheritance patterns:

Cystic fibrosis = Autosomal recessive Sickle cell disease = Autosomal recessive Hemophilia = X-linked recessive Huntington's disease = Autosomal dominant Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to cystic fibrosis:

CFTR gene = Regulates transport of salts and water Chloride ions = Key component of CFTR protein function Thick mucus = Result of defective CFTR protein Lungs = Primary organ affected in cystic fibrosis Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of hemoglobin with their functions:

Alpha globin = One of the two subunits of normal hemoglobin Gamma globin = Found in fetal hemoglobin Oxygen transport = Main function of hemoglobin Erythrocytes = Cells that contain hemoglobin Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics with the appropriate condition:

Cystic fibrosis = Buildup of thick mucus Sickle cell anemia = Red blood cells adopt sickle shape Hemoglobin F = Dominates in fetal development Sickle cell disease = Blockages in capillaries Signup and view all the answers

Match the following age-related characteristics with sickle cell disease:

Symptoms onset = Around 5 to 6 months of age Anemia = Chronic condition often present Pain crises = Associated with sickle-shaped cells Infections = Increased risk due to splenic issues Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions with the relevant terms:

Chloride channel = Facilitates ion movement in cells Cystic fibrosis = Caused by CFTR mutations Sickle blood cells = Rigid and sickle-shaped Normal blood cells = Flexible in capillary passage Signup and view all the answers

Match the following facts with the respective aspects of CFTR protein function:

Channel protein = Controls flow of ions and water Mutations = Cause abnormal ion transport Fluid balance = Disrupted in cystic fibrosis patients Cell membrane = Location of CFTR protein action Signup and view all the answers

Match the following facts with the related types of hemoglobin:

Hemoglobin A = Normal adult hemoglobin Hemoglobin F = Fetal hemoglobin Sickle hemoglobin = Result of mutation in β-globin Methemoglobin = Altered form of hemoglobin unable to carry oxygen Signup and view all the answers

Match the following processes with their descriptions:

Non-homologous end joining (NHEJ) = Directly seals the broken ends of DNA without a homologous template Protein synthesis = Production of new proteins to balance the loss of cellular proteins Transcription = Synthesis of pre-mRNA from a DNA template Translation = Conversion of mRNA into a protein Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components with their functions in transcription:

RNA polymerase = Synthesizes pre-mRNA by reading the DNA template Helicase = Unwinds the DNA strands, exposing the bases Promoter = Binding site for RNA polymerase at the beginning of a gene Terminator = Sequence that signals the end of transcription Signup and view all the answers

Match the following strands of DNA with their definitions:

Template strand = The strand used as a template for pre-mRNA synthesis Coding strand = The complementary strand to the template strand Antiparallel = Orientation of DNA strands running in opposite directions Double helix = The structural form of DNA composed of two polynucleotide strands Signup and view all the answers

Match the following phases of protein synthesis with their descriptions:

Transcription = Process of synthesizing RNA from a DNA template Translation = Process of forming proteins from mRNA Elongation = Phase where nucleotides are added to the growing RNA strand Termination = Phase where synthesis concludes and the polymerase detaches Signup and view all the answers

Match the following processes with their characteristics:

NHEJ = Faster but potentially more error-prone Protein synthesis = Core biological process in cells Transcription proofreading = Mechanism to remove incorrect nucleotides Translation initiation = Begins with the ribosome assembling on mRNA Signup and view all the answers

Match the following nucleotide processes with their activities:

RNA synthesis = Catalyzed by RNA polymerase Nucleotide pairing = Occurs between template strand and complementary nucleotides Phosphodiester bond formation = Links nucleotides in RNA synthesis Excision reaction = Corrects errors during RNA synthesis Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to RNA with their definitions:

pre-mRNA = Initial RNA transcript synthesized from DNA 5'-to-3' direction = Direction in which RNA polymerase synthesizes RNA Hydrogen bonds = Hold together the base pairs in DNA Base pairing = Ensures complementary nucleotides align properly during synthesis Signup and view all the answers

Match the following entities involved in transcription with their roles:

RNA polymerase = Enzyme that synthesizes RNA from the DNA template Helicase = Enzyme that unwinds the DNA double helix Template strand = Strand of DNA that serves as the blueprint for RNA synthesis Coding strand = Strand that carries the same sequence as the resulting RNA (except T is replaced with U) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of DNA damage with their causes:

Single-strand breaks = Ionizing radiation Double-strand breaks = X-rays and gamma rays Pyrimidine dimers = Ultraviolet radiation Oxidative damage = Reactive oxygen species Signup and view all the answers

Match the following mutagenic agents with their primary sources:

Alkylating agents = Tobacco smoke Aromatic amines = Dyes and pesticides Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons = Automobile exhaust Ionizing radiation = Environmental pollutants Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of DNA damage with their descriptions:

Base lesions = Alterations in DNA bases Frameshift mutations = Insertions or deletions of bases Single-strand breaks = Interruption of one DNA strand Double-strand breaks = Interruption of both DNA strands Signup and view all the answers

Match the following alkylating agents with their examples:

Sulfur mustards = Chemical warfare agents Nitrogen mustards = Chemotherapy drugs Aromatic amines = Compounds in cigarette smoke Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons = Environmental carcinogens Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their corresponding effects:

Methylation events = Chemical modifications of DNA bases Hydroxyl radicals = Reactive substances from water Carcinogenic changes = Disease-inducing DNA alterations Transcription blockage = Result of pyrimidine dimers Signup and view all the answers

Match the following forms of radiation with their effects on DNA:

Ionizing radiation = Direct DNA damage and ROS generation Ultraviolet radiation = Formation of pyrimidine dimers X-rays = Induction of single-strand breaks Gamma rays = Cause of double-strand breaks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following sources of DNA damage with their categorizations:

Environmental agents = Ultraviolet radiation Physical forces = Ionizing radiation Chemicals = Exogenous alkylating agents Tobacco smoke = Aromatic amines and PAHs Signup and view all the answers

Match the following mechanisms of DNA repair with their functions:

Nucleotide excision repair = Fixes bulky DNA lesions Base excision repair = Repairs base lesions Homologous recombination = Repairs double-strand breaks Non-homologous end joining = Joins broken DNA ends directly Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of DNA damage with its description:

Hydroxyl radicals = Highly reactive species that can cause oxidative damage to DNA Alkylating agents = Modify DNA bases by introducing alkyl groups Base loss = Occurs when nitrogenous bases are removed, leaving apurinic sites Bulky adducts = Formed by covalent binding of chemicals to DNA bases Signup and view all the answers

Match the DNA repair state with its consequence:

Senescence = Irreversible state of dormancy Apoptosis = Programmed cell death Unregulated cell division = May lead to the formation of tumors Effective DNA repair = Maintains the integrity of the genome Signup and view all the answers

Match the process with its effect on DNA functionality:

Direct reversal repair = Fixes specific types of DNA damage directly DNA crosslinking = Prevents separation during replication Oxidative damage = Can lead to mutations in DNA bases Bulky adduct formation = Disrupts DNA replication and transcription Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of crosslink with its characteristic:

Intrastrand crosslinks = Covalently link two nucleotides within the same strand Interstrand crosslinks = Link opposite strands of DNA together Chemical crosslinking = Occurs due to covalent bonds from certain agents Biological consequence = Impedes DNA strand separation Signup and view all the answers

Match the factor affecting DNA repair rates with its explanation:

Cell type = Different cells may have distinct repair capabilities Age of the cell = Older cells may have diminished repair functions Extracellular environment = Conditions outside the cell can influence repair efficiency Accumulated DNA damage = High levels can overwhelm repair mechanisms Signup and view all the answers

Match the effect of bulky adducts on cellular processes:

Interferes with DNA replication = Prevents proper copying of genetic material Affects transcription processes = Disrupts the synthesis of RNA from DNA Impacts DNA repair = Hinders the ability to correct DNA damage Mutagenic effects = Can lead to permanent genetic changes Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of DNA base modification with its potential outcome:

Alkylation = Cytotoxic, mutagenic, or neutral effects Base loss = Leads to unstable AP sites Crosslinking = Interferes with cellular replication processes Bulky adducts = Disrupts normal DNA structure Signup and view all the answers

Match the component with its role in DNA repair mechanisms:

DNA repair enzymes = Identify and correct DNA damage Apurinic sites = Can lead to strand breaks if not repaired Reactive oxygen species = Contribute to oxidative damage Alkyl groups = Modify DNA bases through alkylation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Biochemical Genetics

A branch of genetics focusing on the relationship between genes and enzyme function at a biochemical level.
Biochemistry is the study of the chemical substances and processes in living organisms, focusing on the role, structure, and function of biomolecules.
Genetics studies the effect of genetic differences in organisms, often inferred by the absence of a normal component.

Molecular Biology

The study of the molecular underpinnings of biological phenomena, focusing on molecular synthesis, modification, mechanisms, and interactions.
The central dogma of molecular biology describes how genetic material is transcribed into RNA and translated into protein.

Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEM)

A large class of genetic diseases, often involving congenital enzyme activity disorders.
Many involve defects in single genes coding for enzymes that convert substances (substrates) into other substances (products).
Problems arise from the buildup of toxic substances or the inability to synthesize essential compounds.
Early detection, treatment, and dietary intervention are often crucial.

Classification of IEM

Traditionally categorized based on the affected metabolic pathway: carbohydrate, amino acid, organic acid, or lysosomal storage disorders.
This classification is now frequently supplemented by more detailed molecular analyses.

Diagnosis of IEM

Newborn screening tests, particularly mass spectrometry, are now used widely to detect many IEMs.
Common historical screening tests include the ferric chloride test, ninhydrin paper chromatography, and the Guthrie test.
More modern diagnostic methods include liquid ion chromatography, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, plasma acylcarnitine analysis, and urine purine/pyrimidine analysis.

Symptoms of IEM

Developmental delays, weight loss, growth challenges, seizures, poor appetite, low energy, unusual odors (urine/sweat/breath), abdominal pain are common symptoms.
Specific symptoms vary depending on the specific metabolic pathways affected.
Some IEMs can result in brain damage, cataracts, jaundice, and enlarged liver.

Specific IEM Examples

Cystic fibrosis (CF): A genetic disorder resulting in thick, sticky mucus affecting the lungs, digestive tract, and other organs. Inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.
Sickle cell disease (SCD): Also known as sickle cell anemia, this inherited blood disorder results in an abnormal form of hemoglobin, causing red blood cells to adopt a sickle-like shape, obstructing blood flow.
Congenital Hypothyroidism (CHT): Occurs due to a deficiency of thyroid hormone present at birth. Symptoms include excessive sleeping, poor muscle tone, and jaundice. Treated by a daily dose of thyroxine.
Phenylketonuria (PKU): A disorder that prevents the proper metabolism of phenylalanine. Untreated PKU can cause intellectual disability, seizures, behavioral problems, and mental disorders.
Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MCADD): A disorder of fatty acid oxidation leading to hypoglycemia and sudden, potentially fatal, episodes in infants.
Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD): Affects the ability to metabolize specific amino acids, which leads to a characteristic sweet odor in the urine and potential neurological issues.
Isovaleric acidemia (IVA): Prevents the normal breakdown of the amino acid leucine.
Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1): Involves defects in breaking down lysine, hydroxylysine and tryptophan.
Homocystinuria (HCU): A disorder of amino acid methionine metabolism.

DNA Replication

A biological polymerization process that proceeds in three steps: initiation, elongation, and termination.
A pre-replication complex (pre-RC) forms at the origin of replication during initiation.
This process is "AT-rich" because adenine and thymine pairs have two hydrogen bonds, making them easier to separate vs the three hydrogen bonds present in guanine-cytosine pairs.

DNA Damage

DNA damage can be a result of endogenous or exogenous sources.
Endogenous sources include replication errors, topoisomerase enzymes, and reactive oxygen species (ROS).
Exogenous sources include ionizing radiation, ultraviolet radiation, alkylating agents, aromatic amines, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
DNA has specific repair mechanisms to repair DNA damage caused by various factors.

Protein Synthesis

A core biological process balancing protein degradation and production
Consists of transcription and translation processes.

DNA Repair Mechanisms

Direct reversal repair: Fixes specific DNA damage directly.
Base excision repair (BER): Removes and replaces damaged bases.
Nucleotide excision repair (NER): Removes fragments of damaged DNA.
Mismatch repair (MMR): Fixes base mismatches and insertion-deletion loops.
Single-strand break repair (SSBR): Corrects single-strand breaks in DNA.
Double-strand break repair (DSBR): Repairs double-strand breaks through precise homologous recombination or non-homologous end joining.

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