Unit 1- Biochemical Reactions Flashcards
1
Q
what is a neutralization reaction and what does it produce
A
-acid interacts with a base
-results in a salt
2
Q
what are buffers
A
substances that resist pH change by releasing hydrogen
3
Q
what is a redox reaction
A
transfer of high energy electrons to low energy
4
Q
what is an oxidation reaction
A
removal of an electron from an atom
*energy is always lost
5
Q
what is a reduction reaction
A
adding an electron to an atom
*energy always gained
6
Q
OIL RIG
A
OIL- oxidation is to loose (e-)
RIG- redox is to gain (e-)
7
Q
what is a condensation reaction
A
water is removed
8
Q
what is a hydrolosis reaction
A
water is added to break bonds
