Bio 9 Midterm Review

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What is a solute?

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The substance that is dissolved into the solution.

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What are the subatomic particles in blue?

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Protons.

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Why do large bodies of water not quickly fluctuate in temperature?

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Water has a high heat capacity.

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What are examples of carbohydrates?

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Glucose, fructose, cellulose, and lactose.

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Which of the following pH values represents a base?

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8.1.

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What is a solvent?

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The substance that does the dissolving in a solution.

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What is the pH scale?

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A scale that measures how acidic or basic a solution is.

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What is an acid?

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A substance that donates protons (H+) in a solution.

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What is a buffer?

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A solution that resists changes in pH when acids or bases are added.

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What is the function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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They provide energy and structural support.