Introduction to Biochemistry
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What is the primary focus of biochemistry?

  • Study of heredity and variation
  • Chemical processes of living organisms (correct)
  • Effects of drugs on living organisms
  • Preparation and dispensing of medical drugs
  • Which discipline is primarily concerned with the functions and activities of life?

  • Pathology
  • Physiology (correct)
  • Genetics
  • Pharmacology
  • Which discipline studies the effects of poisonous chemicals on living organisms?

  • Pathology
  • Pharmacology
  • Toxicology (correct)
  • Pharmacy
  • How can knowledge of biochemistry be applied?

    <p>To solve problems in various fields, including agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the study of the structural and functional deviations that constitute disease called?

    <p>Pathology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of enzymes in cellular processes?

    <p>To speed up chemical reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the basic needs of cells?

    <p>Structural integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What identifies that a cell possesses genetic information?

    <p>Its capacity to reproduce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered the energy currency of the cell?

    <p>ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following properties is characteristic of a cell?

    <p>It is capable of self-regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basic structural and functional unit of life?

    <p>Cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a class of bio-organic molecules?

    <p>Minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which functional group is characteristic of both alcohols and phenols?

    <p>Hydroxyl group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one characteristic of biochemical reactions in biological systems?

    <p>They exhibit high orderliness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a biochemical process involving the addition of molecules?

    <p>Nucleophilic substitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule primarily composes the plant cell wall?

    <p>Cellulose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reaction type involves breaking down compounds by the addition of water?

    <p>Hydrolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following molecules contains a 5-C sugar, nitrogen ring, and phosphate group?

    <p>Nucleotide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary functions of the Golgi Apparatus?

    <p>Packaging and storage of substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is known as the 'suicide bag' of the cell?

    <p>Lysosome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs within the chloroplast?

    <p>Photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Endoplasmic Reticulum primarily contribute to?

    <p>Lipid metabolism and protein maturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells regarding the nucleus?

    <p>Eukaryotic cells have a defined nucleus, while prokaryotic cells do not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is primarily responsible for ATP production in eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Mitochondria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does ribosome assembly take place within the nucleus?

    <p>Nucleolus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component is NOT typically found in prokaryotic cells?

    <p>Nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the vacuole play in a plant cell?

    <p>Storage of nutrients and waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is NOT associated with the cell membrane?

    <p>Simulation of DNA replication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reactions do peroxisomes primarily participate in?

    <p>Oxidative reactions and decompositions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do ribosomes contribute to protein synthesis?

    <p>They translate mRNA into amino acid chains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary composition of the nucleus?

    <p>Chromosomes and nucleolus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key structural feature of the endoplasmic reticulum?

    <p>Network of tubules and sacs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of ribosomes are found in eukaryotic cells?

    <p>80s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which cellular structure does photosynthesis occur in green plants?

    <p>Chloroplasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Biochemistry

    • Biochemistry combines biology and chemistry, specifically the chemical basis of life.
    • Focuses on chemical constituents and reactions in living cells and processes of life.
    • Genetics: Studies heredity and genetic variation.
    • Physiology: Examines functions and activities of living matter.
    • Pathology: Analyzes structural and functional deviations that lead to disease.
    • Pharmacology: Investigates drugs, including their composition and effects.
    • Pharmacy: Involves preparation and dispensing of medical drugs.
    • Toxicology: Studies poisons and their effects on living organisms.

    Practical Applications

    • Biochemistry knowledge applies to medicine, agriculture, and environmental sciences.

    Comparison: Chemistry vs. Biochemistry

    • Chemistry: Studies the structure and properties of matter.
    • Biochemistry: Examines the changes and reactions of molecules in living organisms.
    • Basic unit of chemistry is the atom; for biochemistry, it's the cell.

    Biochemical Elements and Molecules

    • Amino Acids: Basic compounds with both amine and carboxylic acid groups.
    • Carbohydrates: Composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen (general formula: (CH2O)n).
    • Nucleotides: Building blocks of DNA and RNA, containing a 5-C sugar, nitrogenous base, and phosphate group.
    • Lipids: Diverse biomolecules formed from long hydrocarbon chains.

    Functional Groups in Biochemical Compounds

    • Key functional groups include alkenes, aldehydes, alcohols, ketones, ethers, carboxylic acids, amines, and phosphoric acid.

    Biochemical Reactions

    • Important reactions include oxidation, reduction, hydrolysis, addition, elimination, nucleophilic substitution, isomerization, and various others like condensation and transamination.

    Characteristics of Biochemical Reactions

    • Speed: Enzymes accelerate reactions significantly.
    • Mild Conditions: Reactions occur gently, aided by water's high specific heat.
    • Orderliness: Cellular specialization promotes organized reactions within the body.

    Three Basic Needs of Cells

    • Materials: Utilizes carbohydrates (energy, structural components), lipids (membrane composition, energy), and proteins (functions and catalysis).
    • Information System: Enzymes, hormones, and neurotransmitters are crucial for cellular function.
    • Energy: ATP serves as the cellular energy currency.

    Structuring Levels in the Human Body

    • Cells: Fundamental unit of life, highly organized and requiring energy to maintain order.

    Properties of Cells

    • Structure is complex and organized, capable of replication, metabolic activities, energy use, and environmental response.

    Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Cells

    • Prokaryotic cells lack a defined nucleus, while eukaryotic cells possess a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles like mitochondria and endoplasmic reticulum.

    Key Cell Organelles

    • Cell Membrane: Composed of lipids and proteins, defines the cell, facilitates communication, and provides a barrier.
    • Mitochondria: Known as the powerhouse of the cell, produces ATP through the breakdown of nutrients.
    • Ribosomes: Sites for protein synthesis, composed of two subunits; essential for translating mRNA.
    • Endoplasmic Reticulum: Divided into smooth (lipid synthesis) and rough (protein synthesis) types, involved in manufacturing and packaging.
    • Golgi Apparatus: Packages and modifies proteins and lipids for transport.
    • Lysosomes: Contain enzymes for digesting waste materials and are known as the cell's "suicide bags."
    • Nucleus: Control center regulating gene expression and containing genetic material.
    • Chloroplasts: In plant cells, responsible for photosynthesis and converting solar energy into carbohydrates.
    • Vacuole: Storage for nutrients and waste, can occupy significant cell volume in plants.
    • Peroxisome: Involved in metabolic reactions, including the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide and fat metabolism.

    Role of Water in Cells

    • Water is a universal solvent, constituting 60-90% of living organisms, aiding in biochemical reactions.

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