AP BIO- Biochemistry

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If someone is lactose intolerant, they lack the enzyme _____

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lactase

Front

What 3 letters do enzymes typically end in?

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-ase

Front

What does pH measure?

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Amount of Hydrogen/Hydronium Ions

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The monomer, building block, of DNA and RNA; made up of a sugar, phosphate, and nitrogenous base

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Nucleotide

Front

Is this hydrocarbon saturated or unsaturated?

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saturated

Front

What is the primary function of enzymes in biological systems?

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To catalyze biochemical reactions, lowering the activation energy required.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP serves as the primary energy currency of the cell.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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

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What is the structure of a phospholipid?

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A phospholipid consists of a hydrophilic 'head' and two hydrophobic 'tails'.