Inorganic Chemistry Flashcards
State 2 processes that remove carbon dioxide from the body
Increasing breathing rates
Kidneys
How are peroxides produced in the body
Metabolisms
Which organelle breaks down peroxides
Liver
Phosphates are found in phospholipids and…
DNA
Define a ‘co-factor’
A non-protein compound that binds with an enzyme or other protein molecules
Where is proteins mainly found?
Hair, skin and nails
Where do plants get nitrates from?
Soil
How do plants make amino acids?
Taking nitrates from soil
Why is having too much carbon dioxide in the body harmful
It will form carbonic acid
State if the phospholipid head is hydrophilic or hydrophobic?
Hydrophilic
State the three elements that are found in a basic amino acid ?
Nitrogen, carbon and hydrogen
Define vasodilation?
The dilation of blood vessels which decrease blood pressure
Which inorganic compound contributes to vasodilation?
Nitric acid
If someone had low levels of magnesium how could they increase it?
Take supplements
What is the normal pH range of blood in the arteries?
Between 7.35 and 7.45
How does respiration affect blood pH?
releases CO₂ which combines with water to form carbonic acid, lowering blood pH.
How does the body respond to acidic blood?
By increasing breathing rate to release CO₂
kidneys removing acid and excreting it in urine
What role do the kidneys play in blood pH regulation?
The kidneys remove acid
excrete it in urine
and produce bicarbonate which is alkaline
Which organ regulates blood pH faster, lungs or kidneys?
The lungs act faster, while the kidneys take longer but have lasting effects
What is nitric oxide?
A vasodilator
How does nitric oxide affect blood vessels?
It relaxes muscles of blood vessels, causing them to widen
What is the effect of nitric oxide on blood flow?
It increases blood flow
How does nitric oxide influence blood pressure
It lowers blood pressure
How does magnesium help with energy levels?
Reduces tiredness and fatigue
What role does magnesium play in the body?
supports healthy muscles and contributes to healthy bones and teeth.
Which foods are rich in magnesium?
Dark chocolate, avocado, nuts, and bananas
Why is magnesium important for plants?
Magnesium is needed for chlorophyll production in plants
What is metabolism?
The chemical process that occur within living organism to maintain life
What harmful byproduct is produced during metabolism
Peroxides
How are peroxides broken down in the body?
In the liver into water and oxygen
What is the role of nitrates in organisms
They are essential for plant growth
Source of nitrogen for proteins and chlorophyll production
What ions can plants take up for nitrogen?
Plants can take up both nitrate ions and ammonium ions.
Why do plants need nitrate and ammonium ions?
These ions provide nitrogen for plants to make amino acids.
What process do amino acids support in plants?
Amino acids are used for protein synthesis.
Do plants have preferences for nitrate or ammonium ions?
Some plants prefer one type of ion over the other.
What is the main protein found in nails, skin, and hair?
Cysteine is the main protein in nails, skin, and hair.
What role do methionine and cysteine play in the body?
play a critical role in metabolism.
