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What is chemistry?

Chemistry is the scientific study of the properties and behavior of matter.

What does chemistry study?

Chemistry studies the elements that make up matter, as well as the compounds made of atoms, molecules, and ions.

What does chemistry explain?

Chemistry explains aspects of plant growth, the formation of rocks, the formation of atmospheric ozone, the degradation of environmental pollutants, the properties of soil on the moon, how medications work, and how to collect DNA.

Why is chemistry sometimes called the central science?

<p>Chemistry is sometimes called the central science because it provides a foundation for understanding both basic and applied scientific disciplines at a fundamental level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between chemistry, physics, and biology?

<p>Chemistry occupies an intermediate position between physics and biology, and it bridges the gap between the two fields.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about enzymes' sensitivity to pH changes?

<p>Enzymes are sensitive to minor pH changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are enzymes that function in the stomach usually found?

<p>In the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are some digestive enzymes produced as inactive zymogens in the pancreas?

<p>To prevent them from being activated prematurely</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an infection or injury occurs in the pancreas?

<p>The pancreas stops activating zymogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are special proteins needed to dilute the effects of strong acids and bases?

<p>Physiological buffers cannot withstand enzyme activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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