Functional groups in molecular biology Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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What is a functional group?
A
Affects a molecules function by participating in chemical reactions
2
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Define hydrophilic
A
Water loving (water solvent)
3
Q
Define Methyl
A
Non-polar and not reactive, affects molecular shape ie: function
4
Q
Define hydroxyl
A
Made of hydrogen and bonded to oxygen
5
Q
Define Carbonyl group
A
Carbon linked by double bond to an oxygen atom
6
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Define carboxyl group
A
Made of carbon double bonded to an oxygen and a hydroxyl group
7
Q
Define Amino group
A
Nitrogen bonded to two hydrogen (2 positive/3 negative)
8
Q
Define Phosphate group
A
Phosphate double bonded to 4 oxygen atoms (creates chains)
9
Q
Define methyl group
A
Carbon bonded to 3 hydrogen
10
Q
What are organic compounds made of?
A
Chains of carbon and hydrogen
