Ch 19 & 21

Front

How many amino acids occur naturally in proteins?

Back

20

Front

What is a common suffix for enzyme names?

Back

-ase

Front

What type of lipid is classified as a wax?

Back

Waxes are long-chain fatty acids that are esterified to long-chain alcohols.

Front

Which compound is an enzyme based on its name?

Back

Triosephosphate isomerase is an enzyme that catalyzes the interconversion of triose phosphates.

Front

What is the primary function of myosin in the human body?

Back

Myosin is responsible for muscle contraction.

Front

What is a cofactor in enzyme activity?

Back

A cofactor is a non-protein chemical compound that is required for the biological activity of a protein, often an enzyme.

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as biological catalysts, speeding up reactions by lowering the activation energy.

Front

What are triglycerides?

Back

Triglycerides are a type of lipid formed from glycerol and three fatty acids.

Front

What is the function of eicosanoids?

Back

Eicosanoids are signaling molecules that play roles in inflammation and immunity.

Front

What is the significance of the enzyme Dihydrofolate reductase?

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Dihydrofolate reductase is crucial for DNA synthesis and repair.