Chemistry of Biomolecules

Front

covalent bond

Back

Strong bond formed when electrons are shared between atoms.

Front

electron

Back

Negatively charged subatomic particle found outside the nucleus with a charge of -1.

Front

electron transfer

Back

Movement of electrons from one element to another, important in creating ionic bonds.

Front

electronegativity

Back

Ability of elements to attract electrons, creating partial positive and negative charges.

Front

element

Back

A unique substance that cannot be broken down into smaller substances.

Front

evaporation

Back

Change from liquid to gaseous state at the surface of water, leaves, or skin.

Front

functional group

Back

Group of atoms that imparts a specific function to a carbon skeleton.

Front

heat of vaporization of water

Back

Amount of heat energy required to convert water from liquid to gas.

Front

organic molecule

Back

Any molecule containing carbon (except carbon dioxide).

Front

pH

Back

The negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration.