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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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BASIC BIOCHEMISTRY Quiz
THIS CAT WILL BE DONE ON 11TH DECEMBER 2025 FROM 11-12PM
ATTEMPT ALL QUESTIONS
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a) Review Questions
Define Glycolysis and Gluconeogenesis. What are the inputs and outputs of each of the pathways?
If both pathways were simultaneously active within a cell it would constitute a "futile cycle" that would waste energy. How does the cell prevent this?
Differentiate between aerobic and anaerobic glycolysis.
Explain the role of insulin and glucagon in control of blood glucose
GNG is associated with ketosis. Explain.
Explain the three metabolic fates of pyruvate in living organisms.
Explain the role of Krebs cycle in energy generation?
Define oxidative phosphorylation.
Write an equation summarizing the Krebs cycle
- How many ATP are produced in the formation of acetyl CoA?
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b) Performance Tasks
(i) Main Tasks
Read and make notes on how glycolysis is regulated
(ii) Sub -Tasks
With a structure, show all the enzymes and transformations that occur in the Embden Meyerhof pathway