AP Biology: Unit 1 Review (CED)

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What is a monomer of a nucleic acid?

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A monomer of a nucleic acid consists of a pentose sugar, a nitrogenous base, and a phosphate group.

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Which component is NOT part of a nucleic acid monomer?

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Amino acid.

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What is dehydration synthesis?

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Dehydration synthesis is the process of forming a bond between monomers with the removal of a water molecule.

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What is hydrolysis?

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Hydrolysis is the process of breaking down a compound by the addition of water.

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What type of bond is formed between amino acids in proteins?

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Peptide bonds.

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What is the primary structure of a protein?

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The primary structure of a protein is the sequence of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.

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What is specific heat?

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Specific heat is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of a substance by one degree Celsius.

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Why do large bodies of water have stable temperatures?

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Large bodies of water have stable temperatures because water has a high specific heat.

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What are the base pairing rules in DNA?

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A pairs with T (2 hydrogen bonds) and G pairs with C (3 hydrogen bonds).

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What is the difference between primary and secondary protein structure?

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Primary structure is the sequence of amino acids, while secondary structure refers to the folding or coiling of the chain into alpha helices or beta sheets.