B-LS1-6 Organic Molecules Flashcard

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What are the primary elements found in sugar molecules?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen.

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Explain how carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen from sugar molecules can form amino acids.

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By combining with nitrogen atoms and sometimes sulfur atoms.

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What is pyruvate?

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A type of sugar molecule used as a reactant to produce amino acids.

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Which elements react with pyruvate to produce alanine?

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Nitrogen and Hydrogen.

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Describe the process of sugar molecules transforming into amino acids in a living organism.

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Sugar molecules are converted into glucose, which then combines with nitrogen to form amino acids in the liver.

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Why is carbon essential in forming large biological molecules?

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Carbon's ability to form four covalent bonds makes it versatile for building complex molecules.

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What is the role of nitrogen in amino acid formation?

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Nitrogen combines with carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen to form amino acids.

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What is an amino acid?

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A building block of proteins, composed of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.

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How do sugar molecules contribute to energy production in cells?

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They are broken down during cellular respiration to release energy.

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What is the significance of covalent bonds in organic molecules?

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Covalent bonds allow for the stable formation of complex structures in organic molecules.