Chemical Reactions Foundations

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What does 'Lyse' or 'Lysis' mean?

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To break.

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What is the reaction that takes place in your intestines that involves breaking down food?

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Hydrolysis.

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What type of reaction is 'Dehydration Synthesis'?

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A reaction that involves the removal of water to form a new bond.

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What is an endothermic reaction?

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A reaction that absorbs heat from its surroundings.

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What is an exothermic reaction?

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A reaction that releases heat to its surroundings.

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What is Hydrolysis?

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A chemical reaction that involves the breaking down of compounds by the addition of water.

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What is Dehydration Synthesis?

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A chemical reaction that involves the formation of a compound by removing water.

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What is the main difference between endothermic and exothermic reactions?

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Endothermic reactions absorb heat, while exothermic reactions release heat.

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Give an example of a hydrolysis reaction.

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The digestion of carbohydrates into simple sugars.

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What is the role of enzymes in chemical reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.