Biochemistry Review

Front

How do covalent bonds form?

Back

by sharing electrons between atoms

Front

The positively charged particles of an atom are the ________.

Back

protons

Front

What type of bond is responsible for bonding water, keeping DNA stranded, and for antibodies in a human?

Back

Hydrogen Bonds

Front

Type of matter made of two or more elements...

Back

compound

Front

Identifies the number of protons in an atom's nucleus.

Back

Atomic Number

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cell

Front

What is the pH scale used for?

Back

To measure the acidity or basicity of a solution.

Front

What are enzymes?

Back

Biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

Back

To provide energy to the body.

Front

What is a lipid?

Back

A group of organic compounds that are insoluble in water, including fats and oils.