Exam 1

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What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

Back

Monosaccharide

Front

What is a cell?

Back

The basic unit of life.

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What is a substance that dissociates and releases hydroxide ions?

Back

Base

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What is the pH of pure water?

Back

7, and it is a neutral substance.

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What is the sum total of all chemical reactions needed to sustain life?

Back

Metabolism.

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What is the function of enzymes in biological reactions?

Back

Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

The maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism.

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids.

Front

What is the role of DNA in cells?

Back

DNA stores genetic information.

Front

What is an acid?

Back

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