BME109 Assessment Brief

Learning Outcome

• Define the atomic structure and formation of ionic and covalent bonding
• Discuss acids, bases and pH
• Describe what happens during a chemical reaction
• Describe the basic chemical structures of organic compounds, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids and their general functions and characteristics
• Explain the molecular basis of human growth and disease
• Classify enzymes and explain their general effects and regulation
• Apply the Periodic Table of elements to solve simple chemistry calculations
• Write nomenclature and structure of organic compounds
• Solve simple biochemical problems related to biomolecules and enzymes

Assessment Components