Chemistry of Life - Introduction Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of an atom?
A
The smallest unit of matter
2
Q
What is a micronutrient?
A
A nutrient required in small amounts in the body
3
Q
Give an example of an inorganic compound
A
Mineral salts or water
4
Q
What three elements are in carbohydrates?
A
Carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
5
Q
How are polysaccharides formed?
A
A condensation reaction where saccharide combine and water is produced as a byproduct
6
Q
What are enzymes?
A
Biological catalysts
7
Q
Where do substrates bind on enzymes?
A
At the active site
8
Q
What is catabolism?
A
A breakdown reaction
9
Q
How does high temperature affect enzyme activity?
A
Causes enzyme denaturing
10
Q
What is a use of enzyme?
A
biological laundry detergent
11
Q
What does it mean for an enzyme to denature?
A
The enzyme changes shape and no longer fits the specific substrate
