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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
1.Describe the functions of proteins
2. Explain obligatory nitrogen loss from the body and how it relates to amino acid requirement.
3. Discuss protein classification and give examples
4. Draw and explain the formation of a peptide bond.
5. Discuss the methods used to determine protein quality
6. How does the body eliminate excess nitrogen?
7. Define negative nitrogen balance. What factors contribute to it?
8. Explain transamination reactions in protein metabolism.
9. What is the function of urea cycle?
10. Explain factors that increase Blood urea nitrogen.
11. Explain three ways in which amino acid ‘carbon skeletons” are utilized in energy production
12. List two hormones involved in protein metabolism.
13. Explain phenylketonuria (PKU).
14. Explain why the urea cycle enzymes increase during acute starvation
b) Performance Tasks
(i) Main Tasks
Name and classify the 20 standard amino acids and give their 3-letter symbols
Analyze your community’s diet and discuss the sources of protein in it.
(ii) Sub -Tasks
1. Identify the main sources of protein in your diet and discuss its quality.
2. Is your diet deficient in protein or does it contain excess protein. Discuss the consequences of each case.
