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In the context of population genetics, what does it mean for a population to be in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium?
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Why are enzymes important to living organisms in the context of organic chemistry?
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They act as catalysts to speed up biochemical reactions.
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They are the primary structural components of cell membranes.
C
They provide energy for cellular processes.
D
They store genetic information.
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Understand the role of enzymes: Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts in biochemical reactions, meaning they speed up reactions without being consumed in the process.
Explore the concept of catalysis: Catalysts lower the activation energy required for a reaction to occur, allowing the reaction to proceed more quickly and efficiently.
Recognize the importance of enzymes in metabolism: Enzymes facilitate various metabolic pathways, enabling organisms to convert nutrients into energy and build cellular structures.
Differentiate enzymes from other biological molecules: Unlike structural proteins or nucleic acids, enzymes do not provide energy or store genetic information; their primary function is to catalyze reactions.
Connect enzyme function to organic chemistry: In organic chemistry, understanding how enzymes work helps explain the mechanisms of biochemical reactions and the synthesis of complex organic molecules in living organisms.
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