BIOL 2083 : FInal Study Guide
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Fall 2015 final exam thursday, 12/10/15 12:30 2:30. Be able to compare and contrast photosynthesis and respiration. Know the general features of chloroplast structure and where photosynthetic reactions occur. Know the difference between resonance energy transfer and electron transfer. A variety of pigments ensure light capture at all wavelengths. Know the complexes of the photosynthetic electron transfer chain and their functions. Know the relative spatial organization of complexes within the thylakoid membrane. Know the 5 classes of lipids and their functions. Triacylglycerols are more efficient energy storage than glycogen because nearly anhydrous. Recognize general structures of triacylglycerols, phospholipids, glycolipids and steroids. Know how the chemical properties of lipids relate to membrane fluidity. Recognize the special types of lipids we talked about (ether lipids, protein modification) Hutchinson-gilford progeria syndrome is caused by a defect in protein-lipid modification. Ketone bodies and the problems they cause in excess.
