The Chemical Basis Of Life Flashcards
1
Q
Living things are made up of ____, which is the basic unit of life.
A
Cells
2
Q
cells are made up of
A
Atoms
3
Q
Vital components of the living things:
A
carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids
4
Q
These organic compounds are primarily made up of ___________ atoms.
A
carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen
5
Q
_________& the simplest form of all matter, can be represented by an element.
A
Atom
6
Q
_________ substance that cannot be broken down.
A
Elements
7
Q
Number of protons in atom.
A
Atomic number
8
Q
equal to the total number of protons and neutrons of the atom.
A
Atomic Mass Number
9
Q
contains protons and neutrons.
A
Nucleus
10
Q
Electrons have______ the mass of a proton or neutron. These electrons move in a “cloud” around the nucleus.
A
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