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What is the main focus of the Biochemistry unit described in the text?
What is the main focus of the Biochemistry unit described in the text?
- Exploring the structure and functions of biomolecules (correct)
- Investigating the energy transfer processes in cells
- Analyzing the genetic makeup of organisms
- Studying chemical reactions in living organisms
Which of the following is NOT a learning outcome of the Biochemistry module?
Which of the following is NOT a learning outcome of the Biochemistry module?
- Defining common biochemistry terminologies
- Describing metabolic processes of biomolecules
- Detailing the structure of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids
- Explaining chemical equilibrium in living organisms (correct)
What does chemical reactivity refer to?
What does chemical reactivity refer to?
- The color change of a substance during a reaction
- The ability of a substance to react with other substances (correct)
- The physical state of a substance at room temperature
- The stability of a substance in different environments
In chemical equilibrium, what does it mean when the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the backward reaction?
In chemical equilibrium, what does it mean when the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the backward reaction?
Which type of chemical reaction involves two or more substances interacting with each other to lead to the final products?
Which type of chemical reaction involves two or more substances interacting with each other to lead to the final products?
What is thermodynamics concerned with?
What is thermodynamics concerned with?
What is the main function of cell metabolism?
What is the main function of cell metabolism?
Which term refers to the sum of all biochemical reactions inside a living organism?
Which term refers to the sum of all biochemical reactions inside a living organism?
What type of reactions does anabolism involve?
What type of reactions does anabolism involve?
Which biomolecules are mainly composed of amino acids linked by peptide bonds?
Which biomolecules are mainly composed of amino acids linked by peptide bonds?
What is the role of enzymes and hormones in metabolic processes?
What is the role of enzymes and hormones in metabolic processes?
In cell metabolism, what is catabolism responsible for?
In cell metabolism, what is catabolism responsible for?
Which Greek alphabet letter is used to indicate the carbon atom where the amino group is attached in an amino acid?
Which Greek alphabet letter is used to indicate the carbon atom where the amino group is attached in an amino acid?
Which of the following amino acids is considered 'semiessential' for growing children?
Which of the following amino acids is considered 'semiessential' for growing children?
Where is the carboxyl group located in a polypeptide chain's structure?
Where is the carboxyl group located in a polypeptide chain's structure?
How many essential amino acids are mentioned in the text?
How many essential amino acids are mentioned in the text?
What type of bond is formed between amino acids in a protein structure?
What type of bond is formed between amino acids in a protein structure?
Which amino acid is not synthesized by the body and therefore classified as 'essential'?
Which amino acid is not synthesized by the body and therefore classified as 'essential'?
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Biochemistry Unit Focus
Biochemistry Unit Focus
Focuses on the structure and functions of biomolecules.
Chemical Reactivity
Chemical Reactivity
The ability of a substance to react with other substances.
Chemical Equilibrium
Chemical Equilibrium
Forward and backward reaction rates are equal, resulting in no net change in reactant/product concentrations.
Synthesis Reactions
Synthesis Reactions
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Thermodynamics
Thermodynamics
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Cell Metabolism Function
Cell Metabolism Function
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Metabolism
Metabolism
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Anabolism Reactions
Anabolism Reactions
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Biomolecule Type Composed of Amino Acids
Biomolecule Type Composed of Amino Acids
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Enzymes and Hormones Role
Enzymes and Hormones Role
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Catabolism Responsibility
Catabolism Responsibility
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Amino Group Carbon Indicator
Amino Group Carbon Indicator
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'Semiessential' Amino Acid
'Semiessential' Amino Acid
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Carboxyl Group Location
Carboxyl Group Location
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Number of Essential Amino Acids
Number of Essential Amino Acids
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Bond Formed Between Amino Acids
Bond Formed Between Amino Acids
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Non-Synthesized Amino Acid
Non-Synthesized Amino Acid
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