Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Protein synthesis

Protein synthesis — practice question

Fig. 5.1 is a diagram showing the molecular structures of tristearin (a triglyceride) and phosphatidylcholine (a phospholipid).
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Table 5.1 gives one structural difference between the two molecules shown in Fig. 5.1. Complete Table 5.1 with two more structural differences, other than numbers of different types of atoms.

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With reference to Fig. 5.2, explain how enzymes released by pancreatic cells are packaged into vesicles and exported.

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Water has many important functions in cells and living organisms. Complete Table 5.2 below by stating the property of water that makes each of the following possible: • solvent for glucose and ions • movement in xylem • helps to reduce body temperature in mammals

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This 9-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Phospholipids contain phosphate, nitrogen and a charged/polar nature; triglycerides do not

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