Polysaccharides
What are the subunits of polysaccharides?
sugars or monosaccharides
What are the subunits of lipids?
diverse structures or fatty acids
What are the subunits of proteins?
amino acids
What does transcription create? Translation? (central dogma)
DNA--->RNA--->Proteins
What is my major?
biochemistry
T/F: Polysaccharides can NOT be found in the plasma membrane?
FALSE
T/F: Lipids are found in the plasma membrane but NOT in organelle membranes?
FALSE
T/F: Polypeptides make up 50-55% of a cells dry weight?
TRUE
Identify two differences between DNA & RNA
-deoxyribose sugar vs ribose sugar
- RNA: uracil vs DNA: thymine
What is my favorite drink?
Diet Coke (DC)
Name two functions of Polysaccharides
provides structure and energy storage
What is the single layer of phospholipids called?
T/F: Polypeptides can be found in the plasma membrane
TRUE
What is the function of nucleic acids?
Provides instruction for assembly & reproduction of cell
What is my favorite fast food restaurant?
Chick fi la
In what form do polysaccharides provide energy storage?
glycogen & starch
What are some of the functions of lipids?
provides structure: makes up the plasma membrane
other functions: protects/insulates, transports, and regulates
What are the functions of polypeptides?
- ENZYMES or catalysts
- structural components
What are the subunits of nucleic acids?
deoxyribonucleotides & ribonucleotides
What is my all time favorite movie?
Legally Blonde or Pride & Prejudice
In what form do polysaccharides provide structure?
cellulose and chitin
In the phospholipid bilayer, which region is hydrophilic & which is hydrophobic?
Hydrophilic: polar head; hydrophobic: non polar tail
- septum formation in binary fission
- important for cell division
- targeting this protein can inhibit reproduction
What process is used to amplify DNA sequences? What are the three stages?
PCR
1. denaturing
2. annealing
3. extension
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Who were my 3 most listened to artists in August?
1. Khalid
2. Billie Eilish
3. Sabrina Carpenter