Unit 2 Biomolecules Test Review - Adv Bio

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What is Hydrolysis?

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Hydrolysis is a chemical reaction that breaks down a molecule by adding water.

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What is the optimal pH for the enzyme Pepsin?

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The optimal pH for the enzyme Pepsin is approximately 2.

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What are Saturated and Unsaturated fats?

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Fats with a single C-C bond are Saturated, while fats with a double C=C bond are Unsaturated.

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What is a key characteristic of enzymes?

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Enzymes are specific to a substrate.

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What do words ending in -ase represent?

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Words ending in -ase are typically enzymes.

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What is Dehydration Synthesis?

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Dehydration Synthesis is a chemical reaction that combines molecules by removing water.

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What role do enzymes play in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up biological reactions without being consumed.

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How does temperature affect enzyme activity?

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Enzyme activity can increase with temperature up to a certain point, after which it may denature.

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What is the function of lipids in the body?

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Lipids serve as energy storage, structural components of cell membranes, and signaling molecules.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.