Chapter 2.0 Flashcards
1
Q
bio-
A
life
2
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biochemistry
A
branch of science dealing with the chemistry of life forms
3
Q
di-
A
two
4
Q
disaccharide
A
a molecule composed of two bonded simple sugar units
5
Q
glyc-
A
sweet
6
Q
glycogen-
A
complex carbohydrate composed of glucose molecules bonded in a particular way
7
Q
iso-
A
equal
8
Q
isotope
A
atom that has the same atomic number as another atom but a different atomic weight
9
Q
lip-
A
fat
10
Q
lipids
A
groups of organic compounds that includes fats
11
Q
-lyt
A
break down
12
Q
electrolyte
A
substance that breaks down and releases ions in water
13
Q
mono-
A
one
14
Q
monosaccharides
A
a molecule consisting of a single simple sugar unit
15
Q
poly-
A
many
