Anatomy & Physiology: Biochemistry

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Anatomy & Physiology: Biochemistry - Quiz

Biochemistry is the branch of science that explores the chemical processes within and related to living organisms. By using chemical knowledge and techniques, biochemists can understand and solve biological problems. Take the quiz below to know how much you understood biochemistry in the anatomy and physiology class. All the best!

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1.

Which is not an organic molecule or compound within the body?
- A.
  
  Carbohydrates
- B.
  
  Salts
- C.
  
  Nucleotides
- D.
  
  Lipids
- E.
  
  Proteins
2.

Salts, acids, and bases are all examples of electrolytes found in the human body.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
3.

Carbohydrates are found in many different forms within the body. Carbohydrates that are made up of only 3-6 carbons and form rings are called ______________________. These are used for quick energy. Another type of quick energy carbohydrates are _____________________, which are made up of 2 ___________________ bound together. Other carbohydrates are stored away for later use. These are made up of many _____________________ and are called _______________________. [separate answer with a comma]
4.

(a) (b) Identify the carboyhdrates and choose the correct labels for (a) and (b).
- A.
  
  (a) polysaccharide (b) disaccharide
- B.
  
  (a) monosaccharide (b) polysaccharide
- C.
  
  (a) nucleotide (b)disaccharide
- D.
  
  (a) monosaccharide (b) disaccharide
5.

Polysaccharides can only be straight in formation.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
6.

Which of the characteristics below is not a characteristic of fats?
- A.
  
  Can be saturated or saturated
- B.
  
  Protection
- C.
  
  Polar
- D.
  
  Storage
- E.
  
  Nonpolar
7.

Which are common functions of prostaglandins in the human body?Check all that apply.
- A.
  
  Activation of the inflammatory responses at the sites of damaged tissue
- B.
  
  Production of pain and fever
- C.
  
  Storage of important steroids
- D.
  
  Are produced as a result of white blood cells flooding to the site of damaged tissue
- E.
  
  Secrete acidic solutions during digestion
- F.
  
  Send signals to the nervous system regarding pain
- G.
  
  Involved in cell growth
- H.
  
  Involved in immune system response
8.

Phosopholipids can be found in the cell membrane.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
9.

Expain what the function of steriods is in the body and give 2 or 3 examples.
10.

This is model of an amino acid. It is made up of a carboxyl group, on one end, an amine group on the other and the alkyl group is what distinguishes each individual amino acid. Amino acids are the smaller units that make up _______________________.
- A.
  
  Nucleotides
- B.
  
  Carboyhydrates
- C.
  
  Lipids
- D.
  
  Proteins
11.

The bond formed between amino acid molecules is an ionic bond.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
12.

Which is not an example of a steroid?
- A.
  
  Testosterone
- B.
  
  Tryiglyceride
- C.
  
  Cholesterol
- D.
  
  Estrogen
- E.
  
  (b) and (c)
13.

What are the functions of proteins in the body? Check all that apply.
- A.
  
  Support
- B.
  
  Movement
- C.
  
  Insulation
- D.
  
  Transport
- E.
  
  Buffering
- F.
  
  Lubrication
- G.
  
  Defense
14.

Temperature, pH, salinity, and chemical make-up can all influence protein conformation.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
15.

___________________ are proteins that catalyze reactions. They work by SPECIFICITY, SATURATION, AND REGULATION.
16.

Are enzymes always entirely made of amino acids?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
- C.
  
  Maybe
- D.
  
  I have no idea
17.

Order these words from smallest unit to largest:nucleotidenitrogenous basenucleic acid[separate with comma]
- A.
  
  Nucleic acid, nitrogenous base, nucleotide
- B.
  
  Nucletotide, nucleic acid, nitrogenous base
- C.
  
  Nitrogenous base, nucleotide, nucleic acid
18.

The full name of DNA is _________________________ _________.
19.

The full name of RNA is ___________________ ___________.
20.

Describe some of the differences between DNA and RNA. Where is RNA synthesized? DNA? How many strands do each have? What is the function of RNA? DNA? What binds to adenine in both?
21.

What other important molecule contains a nitrogenous base and a ribose???
- A.
  
  Bile
- B.
  
  Adenosine triphosphate
- C.
  
  Fructose
- D.
  
  Polysaccharides
22.

The complementary base pairs are ___________ - thymine and cytosine-_____________. [separate with comma]