Final 1

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Which organelle hugs the nucleus and has ribosomes attached to it?

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Rough ER (Endoplasmic Reticulum) is the organelle that hugs the nucleus and has ribosomes attached to it, playing a key role in protein synthesis.

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What describes the structure of protein?

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A chain of amino acids. Proteins are made up of long chains of amino acids that fold into specific shapes to perform various functions.

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After the enzyme and substrate bind together and perform the reaction, what does the substrate become?

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A product. The substrate is transformed into a product after the enzyme catalyzes the reaction.

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What is the process of building polymers from monomers while removing water called?

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Dehydration synthesis. This process involves the removal of water to form bonds between monomers, creating polymers.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To assemble amino acids to create proteins. Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell. Cells are the smallest units of life that can function independently and perform all necessary life processes.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, as they produce energy in the form of ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the difference between rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

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Rough ER has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while smooth ER lacks ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification.

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What are enzymes?

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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body without being consumed in the process.

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What is hydrolysis?

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Hydrolysis is the process of breaking down polymers into monomers by adding water, which is the reverse of dehydration synthesis.