Quiz 2: Basic Chemistry Flashcards
Which of the following is NOT a subatomic particle associated with an atom?
A. electron
B. proton
C. ion
D. neutron
C. ion
Unsaturated fatty acid chains contain one or more ________ bonds between carbon atoms.
Double
An atom with 13 electrons will have ________ electrons in the valence shell.
3
The pH scale is based on the number of ________ in solution.
Protons
An acid is a molecule that releases (donates) ________.
Protons (hydrogen ions)
Matter is best described as ________.
Anything that occupies space and has mass
Glycogen and starch are examples of a specific category of carbohydrates called ________.
Polysaccharides
Which property of water explains its ability to prevent sudden changes in body temperature?
High heat capacity
Enzymes are examples of ________ proteins.
Globular (functional)
During a synthesis reaction, amino acids join to form ________.
Proteins