Unit 1 AP Biology Review

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What type of side chain of amino acids would typically fold inward in a protein structure?

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Hydrophobic side chains fold inward to avoid water.

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How many hydrogen bonds are formed between adenine (A) and thymine (T) in DNA?

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2 hydrogen bonds.

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What is the structural difference between DNA and RNA strands?

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DNA is double-stranded; RNA is single-stranded.

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What is the monomer unit of nucleic acids?

Back

Nucleotide.

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What type of reaction is involved in synthesizing polymers from monomers?

Back

Dehydration reaction.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids in cells?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic acid).

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes facilitate the translation of mRNA into proteins.

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What is the difference between hydrophilic and hydrophobic molecules?

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Hydrophilic molecules are attracted to water; hydrophobic molecules repel water.

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What is the process of breaking down polymers into monomers called?

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Hydrolysis.