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Bioc 406: Comparative Biochemistry Question Paper

Bioc 406: Comparative Biochemistry 

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Biochemistry

Institution: Egerton University question papers

Exam Year:2012



ANSWER ANY FIVE QUESTIONS

1. With regard to 'de novo' lipogenesis and using relevant examples, distinguish between acetate utilizers and glucose
utilizers. (14 Marks)
2. With the exception of feline species, other mammalian species cannot die within 24 hours when fed on an arginie-free
diet. Comment on this statement. (14 Marks)
3. Differentiate between carbohydrate metabolism in ruminants and non-ruminants. (14 Marks)
4. Describe enzyme adaptations of carbohydrate metabolism in rodents and preservative fish. (14 Marks)
5. Compare and contrast endocrine regulation of lipid metabolism in adipocytes in rodents and bovine species. (14 Marks)
6. Explain how comparative biochemistry has shown that all cellular organisms could have evolved from a common ancestor.(14 Marks)
7. Explain why pigs are better models for the study of atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease and obesity than rodents.(14 Marks)




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