Conjugated Molecules Flashcards

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What are conjugated molecules?

A

Molecules that are joined by other kinds of molecules.

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2
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Name some examples of conjugated
molecules.

A

Glycolipids, glycoproteins, lipoproteins, and nucleoproteins.

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What are glycolipids composed of?

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Complex lipids containing one or more simple sugars and long fatty acids or alcohol.

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Where are glycolipids found in the body?

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In the white matter of the brain, myelin sheath of nerve fibers, and chloroplast membrane.

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How are glycoproteins formed?

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When proteins are covalently attached to carbohydrates.

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What roles do glycoproteins play in the body?

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They function as hormones, transport proteins, structural proteins, and receptors.

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What is the significance of glycoproteins in blood grouping?

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They contain blood group antigens that play an important role in blood grouping.

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What are lipoproteins formed from?

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By the combination of protein with phospholipids.

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Where can lipoproteins be found?

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In milk, blood, cell nucleus, egg yolk membrane, and chloroplasts of plants.

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10
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What do nucleoproteins consist of?

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A simple basic protein and nucleic acid.

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Where are nucleoproteins found?

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In chromosomes and ribosomes.

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