CHEM 4165 FLASHCARDZES 1-8

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What is the pH of a 1 pM solution of HCl?

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7

Front

Which ligand has the highest affinity for the receptor in a given data set?

Back

The ligand with the highest affinity is A.

Front

What is one reason we think RNA was the first biomolecule?

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RNA can catalyze some simple reactions like hydrolysis and condensations.

Front

What does quaternary structure refer to in biochemistry?

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Association of individual protein molecules to form complexes and aggregates.

Front

What is deltaG in the context of biochemical reactions?

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DeltaG represents the change in free energy, indicating whether a reaction is energetically favorable.

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What is the significance of hydrolysis of a phosphoanhydride in nucleotide polymerization?

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It provides energy that can drive the condensation of nucleotides.

Front

What are the main types of secondary structures in proteins?

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Alpha helices and beta sheets.

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What is the role of ligands in receptor interactions?

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Ligands bind to receptors to initiate a biological response.

Front

What is the difference between a phosphoester and a phosphoanhydride bond?

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Phosphoester bonds link nucleotides, while phosphoanhydride bonds store energy.

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Why is RNA considered to have the ability to store genetic information?

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RNA can carry genetic information similar to DNA, but is typically less stable.