20 Questions
What is the function of proteins in the body?
Speed up chemical reactions as catalysts
Which type of bond is responsible for the rise of water in trees?
Hydrogen bond
What is the effect of high levels of cholesterol in the body?
Increased risk of atherosclerosis
What type of molecules are classified as water-soluble and hydrophilic?
Salts
What is the final product of aerobic cellular respiration?
ATP
Which process occurs in the absence of oxygen?
Fermentation
Which pH value indicates a base?
8
What is the main energy source in the form of a monosaccharide?
Glucose
What is the role of the active site in enzymes?
Interact with specific substrates
Which type of fatty acids are found in plant oils?
Unsaturated fatty acids
Which process involves breaking down polymers into monomers?
Catabolism
What type of bond is responsible for the hydrogen bonding in water?
Hydrogen bond
Which molecule is used for glucose storage in animals?
Glycogen
What is the main function of wax in plants?
Preventing water loss
In which environment would a water-soluble vitamin be most stable?
Water-based environment
What is the function of cholesterol in the cell membrane?
Hold the cell membrane together
What is the role of NAD+ and FAD in cellular respiration?
Transport high energy electrons
What happens to proteins when they undergo denaturation?
They lose their specific active site
What is the main function of enzymes in biochemical reactions?
Speed up reactions
Where does the Krebs cycle take place in the cell?
Mitochondrial matrix
Test your knowledge on biochemistry topics such as radioactive isotopes, intermolecular bonds, vitamins, and pH levels. Learn about C14 dating, hydrogen bonds, polar and nonpolar molecules, and the significance of pH in blood.
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