What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?
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Ribosomes are the cellular structures responsible for synthesizing proteins by translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into polypeptide chains.
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What does enzyme specificity mean?
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Enzyme specificity refers to the ability of an enzyme to select and catalyze a specific substrate among many possible molecules.
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What determines the shape of a protein?
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The shape of a protein is determined by the arrangement of amino acids in the protein, which is influenced by the sequence of its gene.
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What are the four main classes of macromolecules in cells?
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The four main classes of macromolecules are carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids.
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What is protein hydrolysis?
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Protein hydrolysis is the process of breaking down proteins into smaller peptides or amino acids through the addition of water.
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What is denaturation in proteins?
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Denaturation is the process in which a protein loses its native structure due to external stress or conditions, such as heat or pH changes.
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What is the function of chloroplasts?
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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.
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