Biology Flashcard

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What are enzymes?

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Proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in cells without being consumed in the process.

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What is the primary function of antibodies?

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To identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.

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What is the significance of amino acids in proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, and there are 20 different amino acids that combine in various sequences to form proteins.

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What is dehydration synthesis?

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A chemical reaction that links monomers together to form polymers by removing a water molecule.

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What are polysaccharides?

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Carbohydrates that are made up of long chains of monosaccharides; examples include starch, glycogen, and cellulose.

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What is the role of carbon in organic molecules?

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Carbon can form four covalent bonds, allowing it to create complex molecules essential for life.

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What is a catalyst?

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A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without undergoing any permanent change itself.

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What is the difference between structural proteins and functional proteins?

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Structural proteins provide support and shape to cells and tissues, while functional proteins perform specific biological functions, such as enzymes and antibodies.

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What is hydrolysis?

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A chemical reaction that breaks down polymers into monomers by adding water.

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What is the common suffix for enzymes?

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Enzymes often have names that end with -ase, not -ose.