Chemistry of Living Things Flashcards
1
Q
How many known elements are there?
A
118
2
Q
element
A
something that is pure, it cannot be broken down
3
Q
compound
A
they are two or more substances combined
4
Q
organic compound
A
compounds that make up your body, they always have carbon
5
Q
inorganic compound
A
compounds that do not have carbon, and generally don’t make up living things
6
Q
carbohydrates
A
a type of organic compound that gives you quick energy
7
Q
fats and oils/lipids
A
a type of organic compound that gives you slow energy
8
Q
proteins
A
they help break things down in the body
they give you growth and repair
9
Q
enzymes
A
they are used to break down anything in the body
10
Q
nucleic acids
A
they carry your genetic code
they make you unique and who you are
11
Q
mixtures
A
two substance mixed together
