AP Biology Biochemistry Review

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What are the monomers that build polysaccharides?

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Monosaccharides are the monomers that build polysaccharides.

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What type of bond is responsible for the alpha-helical structure of proteins?

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Hydrogen bonds are responsible for the alpha-helical structure of proteins.

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Which functional groups characterize the structure of an amino acid?

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Amino group (-NH2) and carboxyl group (-COOH) characterize the structure of an amino acid.

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What are the products of the process that breaks down polysaccharides?

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The products are monosaccharides.

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What type of reaction is represented by A + B + energy → AB?

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This is an endergonic reaction.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up biochemical reactions.

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What is a glycosidic linkage?

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A glycosidic linkage is a type of covalent bond that connects monosaccharides to form polysaccharides.

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What is the difference between catabolism and anabolism?

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Catabolism is the breakdown of molecules to release energy, while anabolism is the synthesis of molecules, requiring energy.