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Which category does not fall under the study of biochemistry?
Which category does not fall under the study of biochemistry?
How many strong covalent bonds can carbon form?
How many strong covalent bonds can carbon form?
What is the act of linking monomers together by chemical reactions called?
What is the act of linking monomers together by chemical reactions called?
What are the four broad categories of compounds studied in biochemistry?
What are the four broad categories of compounds studied in biochemistry?
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What are macromolecules formed by connecting?
What are macromolecules formed by connecting?
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Which type of compounds does biochemistry study?
Which type of compounds does biochemistry study?
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What are the four broad categories of compounds studied in biochemistry?
What are the four broad categories of compounds studied in biochemistry?
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How many valence electrons does carbon have?
How many valence electrons does carbon have?
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What is the term for larger molecules formed from linking monomers?
What is the term for larger molecules formed from linking monomers?
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What is the act of linking monomers together by chemical reactions called?
What is the act of linking monomers together by chemical reactions called?
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Study Notes
Biochemistry
- Biochemistry studies the chemistry of living organisms.
- Macromolecules are large polymers formed by linking monomers.
- Monomers are small molecules that can be linked together to form polymers.
- Four categories of compounds studied in biochemistry - carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Carbon
- Carbon can form four strong covalent bonds.
- Carbon has four valence electrons.
Monomers and Polymers
- Polymerization is the process of linking monomers to form polymers.
- Dehydration reactions are chemical reactions that remove water to create bonds.
- Hydrolysis reactions use water to break down polymers into monomers.
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Test your knowledge of organic chemistry and biochemistry with this quiz! Explore the fascinating world of carbon compounds and learn about the different categories of compounds found in living organisms. From hydrocarbons to carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the fundamentals of biochemistry. Get ready to dive into the world of carbon and its versatile bonding capabilities.
