Chemical Compounds And Life Processes Flashcards
1
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What are enzymes?
A
Moseules that are usually proteins that speed up chemical reactions
2
Q
What is DNA?
A
A double helix that is the primary chemical in genes.
A molecule that contains the genetic instructions for the development and functioning of an organism.
3
Q
What is adenosine triphosphate (ATP)?
A
The principal energy-transferring molecule in living systems. it is decomposed by hydrolysis to adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and P. ATP is synthesised from ADP and P using primarily the energy supplied by the breakdown of glucose.
4
Q
What are the 3 main regions of a cell?
A
Nucleus
Cytoplasm - cytosol and organelles
Plasma membrane
