Biochemistry Basics Flashcard

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What are monomers of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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Double helix.

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Which base is a purine?

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Guanine.

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What type of bond connects amino acids?

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Peptide bond.

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What is the primary structure of proteins made of?

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Amino acids.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Store and transmit genetic information.

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA and RNA.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemistry?

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Catalyze biochemical reactions.

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What is a lipid?

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A type of biomolecule that is hydrophobic and includes fats and oils.