NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

BIOCHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is an organic compound found in most cells?
A
glucose
B
water
C
sodium chloride
D
oxygen gas
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -As we know that glucose is classified under one organic compound which is carbohydrate.

Detailed explanation-2: -Glucose, also known as D-glucose or dextrose, is a member of the class of compounds known as hexoses. Hexoses are monosaccharides in which the sugar unit is a is a six-carbon containing moiety. Glucose contains an aldehyde group and is therefore referred to as an aldohexose.

Detailed explanation-3: -Most organic compounds making up our cells and body belong to one of four classes: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. These molecules are incorporated into our bodies with the food we eat.

Detailed explanation-4: -Proteins, polysaccharides, nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) are the broader classes of organic compounds present in living organisms.

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