Biochem (Q1&2) Flashcards
(31 cards)
A sterol found in cell membrane of animal tissues needed for the production of biles and steroid hormones
cholesterol
it is found in the reduction of pyruvate when oxygen is lacking
lactic acid
a heme protein found exclusively in rbc thant function as a transporter of oxygen from the capillaries and tissues
hemoglobin
phosphatidyl choline found in animal and plant tissues that functions as a lipotropic agent
lacithin
it is an important compound in the interm metabolism of cho, chon, and fat
pyruvic acid
a disaccharide composed of glucose and fructose
sucrose
formation of glucose or glycogen from non-carb sources
gluconeogenesis
oat bran, legumes, pectin in fruit and veg
soluble fibers
it is also called embden meyerhof pathway
glycolysis
it is also called pentose phosphate pathway
hexose-monophosphate shunt
a heme protein located mainly in the heart and skeletal muscle that functions as a reservoir of oxygen and as oxygen carrier
myoglobin
the chief form in which plants store potential energy
carbohydrate
the form of carb stored in animals
glycogen
formation of glucose
glucogenesis
cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin
insoluble fibers
A deficiency in these nutrients can cause anemia
folic acid
copper
iron
Highly important nutrients supplied by whole grains
thiamin, niacin, carbohydrate
Sulfur is a constituent of which vitamin?
thiamin
biotin
pantothenic acid
Which of the following vitamins is least likely to be involved in tooth development and/or calcification?
thiamin
A water-soluble vitamin which contains both sulfur and an amino group and is found in rice polishings.
thiamin
The most indispensable nutrient since it comprises about 50%-70% of total body weight.
water
Intravascular fluid contains:
extracellular fluid
Good sources of water include:
oranges and melons
ADH causes kidneys to:
conserve fluid