Chemistry Flashcard

Front

Atoms or molecules will move more and are more likely to collide. What is this state associated with?

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Higher temperature

Front

What term describes any chemical which accepts a hydrogen ion or a chemical which accepts a proton?

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Base

Front

What term describes any chemical which donates a hydrogen ion or a chemical which donates a proton?

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Acid

Front

What is the term for the substance of the smallest amount or the one which dissolves?

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Solute

Front

What term describes a substance that binds to enzymes to increase their activity?

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Activator

Front

What term describes a substance that slows down or stops the activity of an enzyme?

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Inhibitor

Front

What is the effect of an activator on enzyme activity?

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Increases activity

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Occurs when glycerol is oxidized.

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Oxidative rancidity

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Used on fruits to slow browning.

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Sulfating

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Shortens drying times.

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Sulfuring