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  • BAB 1206: BASIC BIOCHEMISTRY

    Basic biochemistry module is designed to equip the learner with knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to develop a good understanding of nutrition, conduct their research project, participate in nutrition and health related studies.

    The prerequisite modules include; Human anatomy and physiology, Principles of human nutrition, and physical sciences.  The module takes 60 contact hours: 37 hours for theory and 23 hours for practical. Learners undertaking this module will have both theory and practical assessments. Formative assessment will be in the form of continuous assessment tests, assignments, clinical and field assessments and promotional examination whereas summative assessment will be done in form of final qualifying examination.
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  • Unit Six: Nucleic acids

    a)  Introduction

    Nucleic acids are high molecular weight polymers which occur in every living cell. Their main function is storage and transmission of genetic information.

    Two classes of nucleic acid are distinguished according to types of CHO they contain.

    1. Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
    2. Ribonucleic acid (RNA)

    DNA is a major constituent of chromosome located in the nucleus of the cell but small amount is associated with cell organelle such as chloroplast and mitochondria.

    Nucleic acid is polymer of nucleotides and hence they may be called polynucleotide sequence

    b) Unit Objectives

    By the end of this unit, you will have achieved the following objectives

    1. Define terms used describe the occurrence of nucleic acids
    2. State the functions of DNA and RNA
    3. Differentiate between nucleosides and nucleotides
    4. Explain the sequence of proteins synthesis in the nucleus

    c) Unit Learning Requirements
    To proficiently complete this unit, you ought to make sure you spend quality time and purpose to;

      1. Carry out all tasks within the sections and subsections
      2. Participate in discussion forums as and when they are scheduled.
      3. Participate in chat sessions as and when they are scheduled.


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