Chemistry of Life Review

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Functions of Carbohydrates

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Quick energy (main source) and structure.

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What is cohesion in terms of water molecules?

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Attraction of water molecules to themselves due to polarity.

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What do acids release in water?

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Hydrogen ions (H⁺).

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Examples of Proteins

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Muscles, enzymes, antibodies, collagen.

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What is the charge of an electron?

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Negative (-).

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Definition of Lipids

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Organic compounds that are fatty acids or their derivatives, insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.

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What is the role of Nucleic Acids?

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Store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the difference between cohesion and adhesion?

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Cohesion is the attraction between like molecules, while adhesion is the attraction between different molecules.

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What are the building blocks of Proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the pH scale?

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A scale used to specify the acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution.