4 - 1 Biochemistry Basics

Question 1

Number of protons

Answer 1

Atomic number

Question 2

Number of electrons

Answer 2

Number protons (in a neutral atom)

Question 3

Number neutrons

Answer 3

Atomic mass number - atomic number

Question 4

Atomic Mass Number

Answer 4

Protons and neutrons

Question 5

Organic

Answer 5

• Relating to or derived from living matter.

- Organic chemistry is the study of carbon-based compounds. (usually a combination of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen)

Question 6

Organic examples

Answer 6

Sugars, proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids

Question 7

Inorganic

Answer 7

Referring to chemicals that are not and never were living.

Question 8

Inorganic examples

Answer 8

Salts, water, carbon dioxide, oxygen