Biochemistry‚ sometimes called biological chemistry‚ is the study of chemical processes within‚ and relating to‚ living organisms.[1] By controlling information flow through biochemical signaling and the flow of chemical energy through metabolism‚ biochemical processes give rise to the complexity of life. Over the last 40 years biochemistry has become so successful at explaining living processes that now almost all areas of the life sciences from botany to medicine are engaged in biochemical research
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1. Explain how carbon’s electron configuration and valence result in its ability to form large and complex organic molecules. These covalent bonds can be single‚ double‚ or triple bonds‚ but one carbon atom is limited to only 4 covalent bonds. It can bond with other carbon atoms and different atoms (H‚ O‚ N‚ P‚ S) to form long chains‚ ring shaped molecules‚ and branched/irregular shapes. 2. Explain why the combination hydrocarbon backbone +functional group(s) accounts for the unique functions
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DNA and RNA Replication Deborah J Brooks Biochemistry (GRT1) Task 1 Western Governors University Objectives DNA Replication at Biochemical Level Role of Ligase Role of mRNA Role of RNA Polymerase Inhibition related to the death cap mushroom Introduction Nucleic acids are required for the storage and expression of genetic information. There are two chemically distinct types of nucleic acids. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). The repository of genetic information. RNA (ribonucleic acid)
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Biochemistry GRT1 Lipids are molecules that are not soluble in water but can be dissolved in non-polar substances such as alcohol or chloroform (Mandal‚ n.d.). Lipid molecules are stored in adipose‚ or fat tissue‚ and can be broken down in our bodies to form an energy called ATP. To do so‚ the lipid molecule is dissected into its base pieces‚ glycerol and fatty acids. Each of the fatty acids is then broken down into two-carbon pieces and acetyl CoA is formed from each carbon
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Transmission of Information by DNA and RNA (My name) December 2014 GRT1 Biochemistry Task 1 DNA Replication at the Biochemical Level • A DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) molecule is in comprised of two strands of nucleotides. • When DNA replicates‚ the nucleotide strands are split and used as a template for a new strand. – The original strand (template) is called the parent strand – The replicated strands are called daughter strands. – A complete daughter DNA strand contains one strand from the parent
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Biochemistry Western Governors University A: Fats are made up fatty acids and a glycerol. They are stored in cells known as adipocytes throughout the body. When the body needs energy the stored fats are broken down through the process of metabolism and beta oxidation (Livestrong.com‚ n.d.). For example‚ triacylglyceride or triglyceride are broken down into their separate parts‚ fatty acid chains and a glycerol. The body will always metabolize the glycerol first because it is easier
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Biochemistry‚ GRT1 Task 2 Essential Amino Acid Valine A1: 2 Characteristics of Valine • Valine is a nonpolar amino acid‚ with many carbons surrounded by hydrogen. Valine is unable to interact with water molecules‚ making it HYDROPHOBIC (MSDS‚ 2005). • Flammability- Valine is combustible at high temperatures. These products are carbon oxides and nitrogen oxides. In case of a small fire‚ dry chemical powder should be utilized. In case of a large fire‚ utilize water spray‚ fog or foam. No water
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recently we knew very little about one of the most complex on everyday�s length and energy scales systems � life. Now we are at the dawn of efflorescence in molecular biology‚ which provides an excellent basis for application of modern physics‚ biochemistry and computational techniques. Revelations of molecular structure become extremely crucial‚ as they provide insights into the way molecules work. My interest in the role of biomolecular structure in information processing and signal transduction
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and asprin are produced. Not only does chemistry help produce all different types of medicine but also every day medicines are being improved and discovered for different types of reasons. Medicine and biotechnology belong to the branch called biochemistry. Almost forever people have used chemistry to create amazing materials. A long time ago early chemists would create iron from iron ore by heating the ore with carbon. Chemistry has not only helped to develop iron‚ but it has
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MOLECULAR BIOLOGIST Education/Training Required: All molecular biologists must at least earn a bachelor’s degree in a related science field. Required courses usually include cell biology‚ evolutionary biology‚ genetics‚ ecology‚ general chemistry‚ biochemistry‚ organic chemistry‚ physics‚ molecular biology‚ multivariable calculus‚ and linear algebra. Most jobs for molecular biologists require a doctoral degree. During college‚ students may want to participate in science-related activities‚ or consider
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