AP Biology - Unit 1: Chemistry of LifeReview

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The linkages formed between monosaccharides are called ___ bonds.

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glycosidic

Front

Which type of molecule is formed from amino acids?

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proteins

Front

A polar covalent bond occurs when:

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One of the atoms has a greater affinity for electrons than the other atom.

Front

The linkages formed between amino acids are called ___ bonds.

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peptide

Front

What is true about hydrogen bonds?

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They are relatively weak, involved in the structure of DNA, and occur between hydrogen and more electronegative atoms like oxygen.

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What type of bond is formed between two amino acids?

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Peptide bond.

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What is the primary structure of a protein?

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The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain.

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What is a characteristic of lipids?

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They are hydrophobic and do not mix with water.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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They act as catalysts to speed up reactions without being consumed.