Chemical Compounds In Cells Lesson

Question 1

What is the function of a proteins?

Answer 1

Proteins are the building blocks of cells and living organisms. Much of a cell’s structure and function depends on proteins.

Question 2

What is the function of a carbohydrate?

Answer 2

Carbohydrates provide energy for your body. Energy is being released when these organic compounds are being released.

Question 3

What is the difference between and organic and inorganic compound?

Answer 3

Organic compounds are compounds that contain carbon and inorganic compounds are compounds that do not contain carbon.

Question 4

What is the inorganic compound that all cells need to function?

Answer 4

The inorganic compound that all cells need to function is water.

Question 5

What are the 5 important roles water plays in cells?

Answer 5

The 5 important roles water plays in cells are:
Water takes parts in many chemical reactions in cells.
Water helps cells keep their shape.
Water helps cells keep their temperature from changing rapidly.
Water carries substances into and out of cells.
Most chemical reactions in cells depend on substances that must be dissolved in water to react.

Question 6

What is the difference between and element and a compound?

Answer 6

The difference between an element and a compound is that a an element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into other substances by chemical or physical means. A compound is a substance made off two or more elements chemically combined in a specific ratio or proportion.