Nucleic Acids Overview and Differences
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What distinguishes autotrophs from heterotrophs in terms of their carbon source?

  • Autotrophs use CO₂, while heterotrophs rely on organic molecules. (correct)
  • Autotrophs absorb nutrients from the environment, while heterotrophs do not.
  • Autotrophs consume organic molecules, while heterotrophs fix nitrogen.
  • Autotrophs produce enzymes, while heterotrophs digest lipids.

    • Which phase of metabolism is primarily responsible for breaking down carbohydrates and lipids into simpler molecules?

  • Catabolism (correct)
  • Glycolysis
  • Photosynthesis
  • Anabolism

    • How does catabolism differ from anabolism?

  • Catabolism utilizes sunlight for energy, while anabolism requires oxygen.
  • Catabolism occurs solely in mitochondria, while anabolism takes place in the cytoplasm.
  • Catabolism builds molecules, while anabolism breaks them down.
  • Catabolism breaks down molecules to release energy, while anabolism builds molecules using energy. (correct)

    • What is the main therapeutic recommendation for managing medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (MCAD) deficiency?

    <p>Avoidance of fasting and early intervention during illness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the function of anabolic processes in metabolism?

    <p>Combining simple molecules to synthesize complex ones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does salivary amylase begin its action on carbohydrates during digestion?

    <p>Oral cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In intermediary metabolism, what role does the citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle) play in energy production?

    <p>It generates high-energy electron carriers like NADH and FADH₂.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process is primarily responsible for synthesizing larger macromolecules from smaller units in organisms?

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

    What metabolic process is responsible for regulating the production of adenine and guanine to prevent genetic mutations?

    <p>Purine synthesis balances adenine and guanine production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by painful inflammation of the joints due to excessive uric acid linked to purine metabolism issues?

    <p>Gout results from excessive uric acid due to purine metabolism problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic method is primarily used to amplify DNA for the identification of genetic sequences?

    <p>Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) identifies genetic sequences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the central dogma of molecular biology describe about the flow of genetic information?

    <p>DNA → RNA → Protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a gene be best defined within the context of an organism's genome?

    <p>A specific segment of DNA that produces RNA or proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes observable traits resulting from the interaction of an organism's genotype and environmental factors?

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

    Which process synthesizes new proteins from amino acids?

    <p>Protein synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metabolic process breaks down fats into fatty acids?

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

    Which of the following best describes nucleic acids?

    <p>Nucleic Acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event in the history of nucleic acids marks the progression from nuclein discovery to the double-helix structure identification?

    <p>Discovery of nucleic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What accurately describes the structure of DNA's double helix?

    <p>DNA is double-stranded and has a sugar-phosphate backbone with specific base pairing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significant difference between DNA and RNA?

    <p>RNA uses uracil, is single-stranded, and contains ribose instead of deoxyribose.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of RNA carries instructions for protein synthesis from DNA to the ribosome?

    <p>Messenger RNA (mRNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pairing of nitrogenous bases in DNA ensures the stability of the double helix?

    <p>Adenine pairs with thymine, and guanine pairs with cytosine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process involves breaking down DNA or RNA into nucleotides using strong acids or bases?

    <p>Nucleic acid hydrolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nitrogenous base is found in RNA but not in DNA?

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

    Which organ is primarily responsible for the detoxification of various metabolites and the production of biochemicals necessary for digestion?

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

    Which molecule acts as the primary pigment responsible for absorbing sunlight in photosynthesis?

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

    What molecule is released as a by-product during the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis when water is split?

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

    In which cellular organelle does beta-oxidation primarily occur to break down fatty acids?

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

    What is the process called where atmospheric nitrogen (N₂) is converted into ammonia (NH₃)?

    <p>Nitrogen Fixation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of gastric digestion helps break down proteins into peptides while defending against pathogens?

    <p>Gastric juice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely diagnosis for a patient with inherited galactose metabolism disorder experiencing vomiting and liver damage after consuming dairy?

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

    What is the final product of glycolysis that serves as a precursor for other metabolic pathways?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a universal characteristic of metabolic pathways?

    <p>Simultaneous occurrence throughout the entire cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What allows glycolysis to proceed without oxygen?

    <p>Its cytosolic location and oxygen-independent reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic makes the Citric Acid Cycle 'amphibolic'?

    <p>It functions in both anabolic and catabolic pathways.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key compound formed when pyruvate is converted for the Citric Acid Cycle?

    <p>Acetyl-CoA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of oxygen in the electron transport chain?

    <p>Final electron acceptor forming water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Citric Acid Cycle specifically support the electron transport chain?

    <p>By providing electron carriers for the chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism allows ATP synthase to synthesize ATP?

    <p>Rotation of its subunits by proton flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a committed step significant in a metabolic pathway?

    <p>It prevents substrates from exiting the pathway prematurely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes glycolysis central to both aerobic and anaerobic organisms?

    <p>Its role as a precursor to other pathways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What enzyme in the mouth initiates the breakdown of carbohydrates into monosaccharides?

    <p>Salivary Amylase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many net ATP molecules are produced from one glucose molecule during glycolysis?

    <p>2 ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a product of the Krebs cycle?

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

    What is the primary role of oxygen in the electron transport chain?

    <p>It serves as the final electron acceptor to form water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nucleic Acids

    • Nucleic acids store and express genetic information
    • Composed of nucleotide monomers (sugar, phosphate group, nitrogenous base)
    • Friedrich Miescher discovered nuclein in 1869
    • Watson and Crick identified DNA's double-helix structure in 1953

    Key Differences between DNA and RNA

    • DNA is double-stranded, RNA is single-stranded
    • DNA has deoxyribose sugar, RNA has ribose sugar
    • DNA has thymine, RNA has uracil

    Types of RNA

    • Messenger RNA (mRNA) carries instructions from DNA for protein synthesis
    • Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) forms part of the ribosome
    • Transfer RNA (tRNA) carries amino acids to ribosomes

    Pairing of Nitrogenous Bases

    • Adenine pairs with thymine (two hydrogen bonds)
    • Guanine pairs with cytosine (three hydrogen bonds)

    Nucleic Acid Hydrolysis

    • Strong acids or bases break down DNA/RNA into nucleotides
    • Breaks the bonds between the sugar-phosphate backbone

    Purine Synthesis

    • Ensures balanced levels of adenine and guanine
    • Prevents imbalances leading to mutations

    Gout

    • Medical condition caused by excessive uric acid
    • Inflammation of the joints due to purine metabolism issues

    Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

    • Method to amplify DNA
    • Identifies genetic sequences or pathogens
    • Used in molecular biology labs

    Central Dogma of Molecular Biology

    • Explains the unidirectional flow of genetic information

    • DNA → RNA → Protein

    Gene

    • Segment of DNA with regulatory sequences and transcribed units
    • Responsible for producing RNA or proteins

    Phenotype

    • Observable traits (height, coat color, biochemical characteristics)
    • Influenced by both genetics and environment

    DNA Repair Mechanisms

    • Mechanisms to correct errors in DNA replication
    • Mismatch Repair (MMR) corrects mismatched bases

    Transcription

    • Process where RNA polymerase binds to a promoter sequence
    • Separates DNA strands and provides a template for RNA synthesis

    Stages of Transcription

    • Initiation, Elongation, Termination

    RNA Processing

    • Modifications to RNA molecules (like 5' capping and 3' polyadenylation)
    • Protect RNA from degradation and aid in translation

    DNA Damage

    • UV radiation causes pyrimidine dimers
    • Disrupt DNA replication if not repaired

    Metabolic Pathways: Summary

    • Catabolism breaks down molecules, releasing energy
    • Anabolism builds molecules, requiring energy
    • Glycolysis, citric acid cycle are crucial pathways important for cellular energy production

    Intermediary Metabolism

    • Biochemical processes converting nutrients into energy and essential macromolecules

    Photosynthesis

    • Autotrophs use carbon dioxide (CO2)
    • Heterotrophs use organic molecules for carbon source

    Types of Metabolism

    • Anabolism, Catabolism

    Enzyme in Digestion

    • Salivary Amylase breaks down carbohydrates in the oral cavity

    Key Metabolic Processes

    • Glycolysis: initial breakdown of glucose into pyruvate
    • Citric Acid Cycle: further breakdown of pyruvate for electron carriers
    • Electron Transport Chain: generates proton gradient for ATP production
    • Ketogenesis: produces ketone bodies during prolonged fasting

    Metabolic Pathways II

    • Glycolysis: converting glucose to pyruvate
    • Fatty Acid Oxidation (Beta-oxidation): breaking down fatty acids
    • Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle): further oxidation, producing important molecules
    • Electron Transport Chain (ETC): oxidative phosphorylation to generate ATP

    Nitrogen Metabolism

    • Ammonification: conversion of atmospheric nitrogen (N2) to ammonia (NH3).

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