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Biochemistry Flashcards

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What is a covalent bond?

A

Strongest type of bond, forms molecules, two or more atoms share valence electrons
(Ex. H20)

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What is a hydrogen bond?

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Weakest bond
Found in cohesiveness of water
Proteins
DNA

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What is an ionic bond?

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A bond formed when opposite charges attract each other and holds atoms together

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What is an enzyme?

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Proteins that act as catalysts

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What is the function of a carbohydrate?

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Energy and structure

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What are the functions of a lipid?

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  • protection
  • communication
  • structure
  • energy
  • insulation
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What are the functions of proteins?

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Hormones and enzymes

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transfer genetic information

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What are the monomers of carbohydrates?

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  • glucose

- fructose

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What are the polymers of carbohydrates?

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  • Sucrose
  • glycogen
  • cellulose
  • lactose
  • starch
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What are the monomers of lipids?

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  • fatty acids

- glycerol

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12
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What are the polymers of lipids?

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  • triglycerides

- phospholipids

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What is the monomer of proteins?

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Amino acids

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14
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What is the polymers of proteins?

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Polypeptides

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15
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What is the monomer of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides

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What are the polymers of nucleic acids?

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  • DNA

- RNA

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