Proteins and Nucleic Acids

Question 1

How many amino acids must be obtained in the diet because they cannot be made by the body?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

9

Question 2

Lactase is an enzyme that is produced in the lining of the intestines. This enzyme helps the body speed up the breakdown of carbohydrates that are found in dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, and cheese. Which general function does lactase perform?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

regulating cell processes

Question 3

Who first identified nucleic acids, and where were they discovered?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Friedrich Meischer discovered nucleic acids in blood cells.

Question 4

Which statement is true about BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

People can be tested for mutations on these genes.

Question 5

Which is a difference between proteins and carbohydrates and fats?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Excess carbohydrates and fats are stored; excess proteins are not.

Question 6

What effect has breast cancer research had on society?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

People who have gene mutations have more treatment options.

Question 7

Who discovered the monomers of nucleic acids?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Phoebus Levene

Question 8

Which element is found in nucleic acids but not in amino acids?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

phosphorus

Question 9

Which component makes each amino acid unique?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

R group

Question 10

Lactase is an enzyme that is produced in the lining of the intestines. This enzyme helps the body speed up the breakdown of carbohydrates that are found in dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, and cheese. Which general function does lactase perform?

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