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What is the smallest unit of matter that retains the chemical properties of an element?
What is the smallest unit of matter that retains the chemical properties of an element?
Which of the following describes the process of polymerization?
Which of the following describes the process of polymerization?
What type of reaction utilizes water to break down bonds in a polymer?
What type of reaction utilizes water to break down bonds in a polymer?
What are forces that act between molecules called?
What are forces that act between molecules called?
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Which statement accurately describes monomers?
Which statement accurately describes monomers?
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Study Notes
Biological Chemistry - Molecules and Fundamentals
- Matter is anything that occupies space and possesses mass.
- Elements are pure substances with unique chemical and physical properties; they cannot be broken down into simpler substances.
- Atoms are the smallest units of matter, retaining the element's chemical properties.
- Molecules are formed by two or more atoms bonded together.
- Intramolecular forces attract atoms within a molecule.
- Intermolecular forces attract molecules to each other.
- Monomers are single molecules that can join together to form larger polymers.
- Polymerization is the process of linking monomers to create polymers.
- Polymers are substances composed of many monomers.
- Dehydration (condensation) reactions link monomers by releasing water molecules.
- Depolymerization breaks polymers down into smaller monomers.
- Hydrolysis is a depolymerization process that uses water to break down bonds.
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Test your knowledge about fundamental concepts in biological chemistry. This quiz covers topics including matter, elements, atoms, molecules, and the processes of polymerization and depolymerization. Dive into the world of chemical interactions and enhance your understanding of how these molecules function.
