Chapter 2 Review

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What is stored in the liver?

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Glycogen is stored in the liver as a form of energy.

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What type of carbohydrate is a simple sugar?

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Monosaccharide is a type of carbohydrate that consists of a single sugar molecule.

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What are the subatomic particles responsible for an atom's reactivity?

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Valence electrons are the subatomic particles found on the outermost shell of an atom and are responsible for its reactivity.

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Is this a correct dot diagram for oxygen (O)?

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False. The correct dot diagram for oxygen should show 6 valence electrons.

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What type of bond is formed when two atoms share electrons?

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Covalent bond is formed when two atoms share electrons.

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What is the primary function of glycogen in the body?

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Glycogen serves as a stored form of glucose, providing energy when needed.

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What is a disaccharide?

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A disaccharide is a carbohydrate formed from two monosaccharides.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom, with no electric charge.

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What is cellulose?

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Cellulose is a polysaccharide that serves as a structural component in plant cell walls.