Biology 5 level 1 Flashcards
universal solvent
the ability water has to dissolve many substances
polar molecule
a molecule that has partial positive end and a partial negative end
organic macromolecules
molecules important for life based on the element carbon
monomer
the building block of a polymer or macromolecule
polymer
many monomers put together to make a large molecule
nucleic Acid
stores and transmits genetic or hereditary information
carbohydrate
sugars that give cells short term energy
protein
provides structure, aids in transport, defense and growth and repair
lipid
provides long term energy and insulation for organisms
hydrogen Bond
an attraction between the positive hydrogen of one molecule and a partial negative area on a DIFFERENT molecule
hydrophilic
Water loving
hydrophobic
Water hating
Capillary action
Water rising in a small space against the pull of gravity