Molecules of Cells Flashcards
What makes a molecule organic?
It has at least one single carbon bond
What are Hydrocarbons made of?
Hydrogen and Carbon molecules
What are Hydrocarbon chains?
Hydrocarbons bonded together to create a chain
What is the name for the carbons involved in a Hydrocarbon chain, or organic molecule?
Carbon Skeleton
What are the 4 chemical groups?
Hydroxyl, Carboxyl, Amino, and Phosphate
What is the diagram for the Hydroxyl group?
–OH
What is the diagram for the Carboxyl group?
–COOH or –COO–
What is the diagram for the Amino group?
–NH or NH3+
What is the diagram for the Phosphate group?
–PO^3- 4 or –OPO^2- 3
What is an example of something in the Hydroxyl group?
Alcohol
What is a Hydrophilic molecule?
“Water - Loving”
True or False? Hydrophilic molecules are Polar
True
What is a Hydrophobic molecule?
“Afraid of water”
True or False? Hydrophobic molecules are non-polar and do not mix with water.
True
