Molecules of Life Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
polar molecule
A
molecule in which opposite ends have opposite electric charges
2
Q
cohesion
A
tendency of molecules of the same kind to stick to one another
3
Q
adhesion
A
attraction between unlike molecules
4
Q
Solvent
A
substance in a solution that dissolves the other substance and is present in the greater amount
5
Q
organic molecule
A
carbon-based molecule
6
Q
carbohydrates
A
organic compound made of sugar molecules
7
Q
lipid
A
one of a class of water-avoiding compounds
8
Q
protein
A
polymer constructed from a set of 20 amino acid monomers
9
Q
monomer
A
small molecular unit that is the building block of a larger molecule
10
Q
polymer
A
long chain of small molecular units
