Biochemistry and Cell Process review

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What is an inorganic compound?

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An inorganic compound is a chemical compound that does not contain carbon-hydrogen (C-H) bonds. Examples include water (H2O) and salts.

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Why is water classified as an inorganic compound?

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Water is classified as an inorganic compound because it does not contain carbon.

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How many nucleotides are needed to code for one amino acid?

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Three nucleotides are needed to code for one amino acid.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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The four main types of biomolecules are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts that speed up biochemical reactions by lowering the activation energy.

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What happens to enzymes at extreme pH levels?

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Enzymes can denature and lose their functionality at extreme pH levels.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit hereditary information.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats contain no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats contain one or more double bonds.

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What is the significance of the active site of an enzyme?

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The active site of an enzyme is the region where substrate molecules bind and undergo a chemical reaction.