Chemistry of Life Vocab Review

Question 1

made of atoms of different elements bonded together

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compound

Question 2

helps illustrate how enzymes function

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lock and key theory

Question 3

one type of atom

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element

Question 4

solution with a pH below 7

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acid

Question 5

a biological catalyst found in living things

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enzyme

Question 6

carbon-based molecules that include sugars and starches

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carbohydrates

Question 7

form when atoms gain or lose electrons

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ions

Question 8

this dissolves in a solvent

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solute

Question 9

this dissolves other substances

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solvent

Question 10

this is formed when one substance dissolves in another

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solution

Question 11

The smallest basic unit of matter

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atom

Question 12

carbon-based molecules that are composed of amino acids

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proteins

Question 13

bonds that form between oppositely charged ions

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ionic bond

Question 14

carbon-based molecules that are include fats, oils, and waxes

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lipids

Question 15

bonds that form when atoms share electrons

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covalent bonds

Question 16

contains protons and neutrons

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nucleus

Question 17

two or more atoms held together by covalent bonds

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molecule

Question 18

these are the individual building blocks of larger molecules

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monomer

Question 19

molecule formed that has slightly charged regions

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polar molecule

Question 20

solution with pH above 7

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base

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