Chemical reactions in our daily lives Flashcards
1
Q
How can cr help in our daily lives
A
cooking
respiration
decay
rusting
2
Q
Cooking
A
heat from cooking softens food/improves flavour
easier for body to absorb nutrients from food
3
Q
Respiration
A
glucose molecules react with O2 to produce CO2 and water
4
Q
Decay/decomposition
A
breaks down organic matter into simpler substances
allows nutrients to be returned to the environment
5
Q
Rusting
A
Oxidation
6
Q
ways to counter rusting
A
painting
oiling
drying
