10 Questions
Which pathway can be used to derive the biochemical isoprene units?
Deoxyxylulose phosphate (MEP) pathway
What is the precursor of all terpenoids?
Mevalonic acid
Which enzyme is responsible for phosphorylating the primary alcohol group to form mevalonic acid diphosphate?
Phosphomevalonate kinase
Which enzyme is responsible for decarboxylation–dehydration to give IPP?
Mevalonate 5-diphosphate decarboxylase
Which enzyme is responsible for isomerizing to form dimethylallylpyrophosphate (DMAPP)?
Isopentenyl isomerase
What are the biochemically active isoprene units?
DMAPP and IPP
Which compound is transformed into the five-carbon phosphorylated isoprene units?
MVA
What is the precursor of all terpenoids?
Mevalonic acid
Which enzyme is responsible for phosphorylating the primary alcohol group to form mevalonic acid diphosphate?
Mevalonate kinase
What reaction is carried out by mevalonate 5-diphosphate decarboxylase?
Decarboxylation–dehydration to give IPP
Explore the world of terpenes and their significance in pharmacognosy and medicinal plants. This quiz covers the definition, chemistry, classification, biosynthesis, types, and natural drugs related to terpenes.
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