Biochem Flashcards
(10 cards)
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activation energy
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energy needed to get a reaction started.
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Acid8
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compound that forms hydrogen ions in solution.
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adhesion
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attraction between molecules of different substances; in plants; attraction between unlike molecules.
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atom
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basic unit of matter.
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atomic number
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number of protons found in the nucleus of an atom.
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base
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compound that produces hydroxide ions in solution.
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buffer
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weak acid or base that can react with strong acids or bases to help prevent sharp sudden changes in pH.
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catalyst
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substance that speeds up the rate of chemical reaction.
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chemical reaction.
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process that changes some set of chemicals into another set of chemicals
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cohesion
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attraction between molecules of same substance.
