Why is water considered polar?
AP Biology: Unit 1 Review

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Water is considered polar due to the presence of polar covalent bonds, where oxygen is more electronegative than hydrogen, leading to a partial negative charge on oxygen and a partial positive charge on hydrogen.
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What is a key difference between DNA and RNA regarding their sugar component?
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DNA contains deoxyribose sugar, while RNA contains ribose sugar.
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What is the role of the carboxyl group in peptide bonds?
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In a peptide bond, the carboxyl group of one amino acid bonds to the amino group of another amino acid.
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In which direction does DNA/RNA synthesis occur?
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DNA/RNA synthesis occurs in the 5' to 3' direction, meaning new nucleotides are added to the 3' hydroxyl end.
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What is cohesion in the context of water molecules?
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Cohesion refers to the attraction between water molecules due to hydrogen bonding, which allows water to form droplets.
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What is adhesion in the context of water molecules?
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Adhesion is the attraction between water molecules and other substances, which helps water to climb up plant roots and stems.
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What is surface tension in water?
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Surface tension is the cohesive force at the surface of water that makes it behave like a stretched elastic membrane.
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