Introduction (Basics) Flashcards
Protons
Postively charged particle found in nucleus
Neutrons
Neutrally Charged particle found in nucleus
What are Major elements and 4 examples?
Large amounts are found in the body eg Hydrogen, Carbon, Oxygen and Nitrogen
What are Minor elements ?
Elements that are less common in the body but still exist
Bonds
2 or more atoms stuck together forming a complex structure
Covalent Bonds
Atoms share electrons to form electron pairs between atoms
Ionic bonds
Formed between two or more atoms buy giving/taking electrons
Ion (Cations)
Positively charged atoms (loses electrons) eg H+
Ion (anion)
Negatively charged atoms (gains electrons) eg Cl-
Anabolic Chemical Reaction
Bonds are being formed between atoms
Catabolic Chemical Reaction
Bonds are breaking between atoms
Rearrangement Chemical reaction
No atoms are created or destroyed
What influences chemical reaction rate?
Temperature, surface area, catalysts, speed
What is the point of homeostasis ?
The maintenance of internal body conditions