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Lecturer(s)
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Luhová Lenka, doc. RNDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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Plant cell - cell wall, membrane, organelles (structure, function, localization of metabolitic pathway). Photosynthesis - pigments, electron transport, photosystem I, II, ATP generation. C3, C4 and CAM plants. The Calvin cycle - CO2 assimilation. Photorespiration. Carbohydrate metabolism - structural and storage saccharides. Plant lipid metabolism. Nitrogen fixation. Nitrate and sulphate assimilation. Production of amine acid and storage proteins. Membrane transport. Long-distance transport. Signal regulation of plant growth and development. Senescence and programmed cell death. Responses to biotic and abiotic stresses.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Lecture
- Preparation for the Exam
- 60 hours per semester
- Attendace
- 26 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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Students will familiarize themselves with contemporary biochemistry subjects. Instruction emphasizes the application of theoretical knowledge in problem-solving, encompassing both independent tasks and project-based activities. The objective is to enhance students' capabilities in engaging in discussions pertinent to solving assigned tasks.
Associate relevant information, explain basic principles of plant biochemistry.
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Prerequisites
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Basic knowledge of biochemistry.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Written exam
Written exam, 1 hour, 8 tasks; when all tasks are fully adressed, 24 points are obtained. A 24-22 B 21-20 C 19-18 D 17-16 E 15-14 F less than 14
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Recommended literature
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Buchanan, B. B., Gruissem, W., Jones, R. L. (2015). Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of Plants. Courier Companies, USA.
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Dey P. M., Harbone J. B. (eds.). (1997). Plant Biochemistry. Academic Press San Diego, CA, USA.
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Heldt H. W. (2004). Plant Biochemistry. Elsevier Academic Press, San Diego.
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