Biochemistry Of Aging Flashcards
1
Q
Theories of aging
A
Wear and tear
Molecular repair mech
Programmed process
2
Q
What theory is based on the generation of ROD in respiration
A
Wear and tear
3
Q
What theory is due to a molecular countdown clock known as telomere
A
Aging as programmed process
4
Q
What theory is due to proofreading and repair mechanism
A
Molecular repair mechanism
5
Q
in proteins, what is mostly targeted by water
A
Amide bonds
6
Q
What are the forms of ROS
A
Superoxide
Hydrogen peroxide
7
Q
What are the reactions which can cause hydroxyl radicals
A
Fenton
Haber-Weiss
8
Q
Central role that in sensory response pathway that triggers apoptosis
A
Mitochondria
9
Q
What enzymes are for repair for wear and tear theory
A
Superoxide dismutase
Catalase
