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Unit 1 Chapter 2
Assignment Connect
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Enzymes are _________blank. | protiens |
| Which of the following binds to the active site of an enzyme? Noncompetitive inhibitor Another enzyme Water Product Substrate | substrate |
| represent the mechanism of enzyme function | E + S -> E-S -> E-P -> E + P |
| What type of bonds link individual amino acids together? | Peptide bonds |
| The helix that forms in a protein chain as a result of hydrogen bonds is its _________blank structure. | secondary structure |
| In the stable form of protein, what is generally oriented to the interior of the protein molecule? | Hydrophobic portions |
| When an egg is fried, what happens to the protein in the egg? | The protein is denatured. |
| When a colloid such as gelatin forms, which molecule does the process of protein coagulation entrap? | water molecules |
| Which of the following is a function of cAMP? | It acts as a “second messenger” to activate metabolic effects within the cell. |
| RNA plays a role in ... | Synthesizing proteins and copying instructions from DNA |
| Why is carbon especially well suited to serve as the structural foundation of many biological molecules? | Carbon has four valence electrons, so it bonds with other atoms that can provide it with four more to complete its valence shell. |
| Radiation hazard. | In high doses, ionizing radiation is quickly fatal. |
| Which of the following statements is correct regarding the biological properties of water? | Not only does water ionize many other chemicals such as acids and salts, but water itself ionizes into H+ and OH-. |
| What is the name of the positively charged subatomic particle? | protons |
| What type of bond involves the unequal sharing of electrons? | Polar covalent |
| definition of an electrolyte | A chemical that dissociates in water producing a solution that can conduct electricity |
| What is an example of a strong electrolyte? | Sodium Chloride |
| What is an example of a week electrolyte? | Hydrofluoric acid |
| location of the reaction on an enzyme? | Active site |
| In the following reaction, what is or are the product(s)? CH3CH2OH + O2 −−> CH3COOH + H2O | COOH and H2O |