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ASSIGNMENT
MOLECULES OF LIFE
Course Code: BBCCT-101
Assignment Code: BBCCT-101/TMA/2025
Maximum Marks: 100
Answer all the questions given below.
1. Define biochemistry and explain its interdisciplinary nature. Provide examples of its
integration with other scientific fields.
10 M
2. Explain why water is referred to as the “universal solvent.” Discuss its unique properties and
their biological significance.
10 M
3. Describe the structure of a water molecule and explain how hydrogen bonds contribute to its
unique properties.
5 M
4. Classify amino acids based on their structure and physicochemical properties. Provide
examples for each category.
10 M
5. Illustrate the four levels of protein structure and explain the importance of peptide bonds in
maintaining protein stability with suitable diagrams.
10 M
6. Using examples describe the classification of carbohydrates and discuss the significance of
glycosidic bonds in polysaccharides.
10 M
7. Explain the role of lipids in biological membranes. How do amphipathic molecules like
phospholipids organize in water?
5M
8. Outline the biological functions of water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. Provide examples
and their roles in metabolism.
5 M
9. Draw and describe the double-helical structure of DNA and explain the role of hydrogen
bonding in maintaining its stability.
10 M
10. How does pH influence enzyme activity? Provide examples to illustrate the relationship. 5M
11. Highlight the advancements in biochemical techniques, such as chromatography and NMR,
and their impact on understanding biomolecular structures.
10 M
12. Explain the significance of bioinformatics in modern biochemistry. How has it transformed
drug discovery and genetic studies?
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