Chapter 2 Flashcards
Number of protons in an ion
Atomic number
Number of protons and neutrons
Atomic mass
Atoms/ group of atoms which have gained or lost electrons
Ions
Positively charged ion
Cation
Negatively charged ion
Anion
Why do electrons get lost or added?
To fill up energy levels/ shells
The bond within a water molecule is
polar covalent
The bond between water molecules is
hydrogen bond
What are the 6 functions of water?
Transport, lubrication, universal solvent, cushion, temperature regulation, surface tension
Substances move throughout the body in water based fluids
Transport
What are some examples of water transport?
Lymph, blood, urine
Reduces friction between body surfaces
Lubrication
What are some examples of water lubrications?
Serous fluids in body cavities, synovial fluid in joints
Absorbs forces during sudden movements
Cushions
What is an example of water cushioning?
Cerebrospinal fluid
Attraction between water molecules
Cohesion
Attraction between water and another substance
Adhesion
Substances that will dissolve in water
Hydrophilic
Substances that do not dissolve in water
Hydrophilic
Substances that partially dissolve in water
Amphipathic
Solutes which release a hydrogen ion
Acid
Solutes which bind with hydrogen ions
Bases
Compounds that help prevent pH change
Buffer
What are the 3 types of water mixtures?
Suspension, colloid, solution