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Chapter 2
Chemical Basis of Life
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09/08/2011

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atomic weight
Definition
protons plus neutrons
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atomic number
Definition
number of protons
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ionic bond
Definition
when atoms GAIN OR LOSE an electron they become ions with a charge, and oppositely charged ions form an ionic bond
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covalent bond
Definition
when atoms SHARE electrons they form covalent bonds
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Molecule vs. Compound
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Molecules are of the same atoms, compounds are of different atoms
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chemical reaction
Definition
occurs when bonds are formed or broken between atoms, ions, or molecules
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acids
Definition
release hydrogen in water
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bases
Definition
release ions that combine with hydrogen ions in water.
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carbohydrates
Definition
provide energy for cells and are made of hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon.
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lipids
Definition
organic substances that are insoluble in water
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proteins
Definition
have many functions in the body, it’s how cells recognize each other
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nucleic acid
Definition
form genes and take part in protein synthesis. DNA and RNA
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