biology module 2 - biological molecules and water and enzymes Flashcards
inorganic ions
charged ions w no carbon
organic ion
charged ions w carbon
examples of inorganic ions in the body
na+
k+
ca2+
cl-
fe2/3+
calcium
-insulin
-co factors
-bone formation
sodium
-key for co transport
-key in nervous system along with potassium
-crucial for fluid regulation
potassium
-nerve impulses
-fluid balance
-helps muscle contract
-photosynthesis needs it
hydrogen
-pH
-ATP synthesis
magnesium
-important cofactors
-photosynthesis
ammonium
key for plants
nitrate
key for plants
hydrogencarbonate
maintain pH levels
chloride
-amylase cofactor
-nerve impulses
-pH
phosphate
-DNA
-RNA
-ATP
-biological membrane
-phospholipids
-phosphorilation
hydroxide
alkalinity
properties of water
-high specific heat capacity
-polar solvent
high latent heat of vape
-cohesion
-adhesion
-density
-incompressibility