CHEM 210 BIOCHEMISTRY - M1: Problem Set Questions answered Correctly) Latest 2023 GRADED A+

What are three ways that biochemists study biological organisms? - correct answer Biochemists study 1) the relationship between structure and function of biomolecules, 2) chemical reactions of organisms (metabolism), and 3) communication within and among organisms. What is the definition of biochemistry? - correct answer Often referred to as the chemistry of life, biochemistry asks how the remarkable properties of organisms relate to their molecules. What is another name for firefly? - correct answer lightning bug Is Li an element common in biological organisms? - correct answer No. See Figure 1.3 for the common elements. What is known as the "medium of life"? - correct answer Water What is the bond angle associated with trigonal pyramidal shape? - correct answer 107.5 degrees Are transition metals commonly found in biological organisms? - correct answer Yes. They are trace elements in organisms. See Figure 1.3 for examples. True or false: Water can make up 85% (by mass) of a living organism. - correct answer True. Some plants are made up of 90% water by mass. True or false: Large elements tend to make the strongest covalent bonds. - correct answer False. Smaller elements tend to make the strong