Chemistry of Life

Front

A substance formed by two or more different elements defines a/an

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Compound

Front

The building blocks of ______ are fatty acids, which contain a carboxyl group and a hydrocarbon chain.

Back

Lipids

Front

The nucleus of an atom is composed of:

Back

Protons / Neutrons

Front

Are lipids nonpolar? (hydrophobic)

Back

True

Front

What subatomic particles are found in energy levels outside of the nucleus and have a negative charge?

Back

Electrons

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cell

Front

What type of bond involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms?

Back

Covalent bond

Front

What is the pH range of acids?

Back

0 to 6.9

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy

Front

What are proteins made of?

Back

Amino acids