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What is the term for specific groups of atoms within a molecule that determine its chemical properties and reactivity?
What is the term for specific groups of atoms within a molecule that determine its chemical properties and reactivity?
What type of transport involves the movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration?
What type of transport involves the movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration?
What is the process of cell growth and reproduction, including mitosis and meiosis?
What is the process of cell growth and reproduction, including mitosis and meiosis?
What is the term for the steps involved in a chemical reaction, including reactants, intermediates, and products?
What is the term for the steps involved in a chemical reaction, including reactants, intermediates, and products?
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What is the international system of units used in science?
What is the international system of units used in science?
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Who is credited with the discovery of radioactivity?
Who is credited with the discovery of radioactivity?
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What is the term for the existence of multiple compounds with the same molecular formula but different structures?
What is the term for the existence of multiple compounds with the same molecular formula but different structures?
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What is the term for the systematic naming of organic compounds using IUPAC rules?
What is the term for the systematic naming of organic compounds using IUPAC rules?
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What is the process of generating energy for the cell?
What is the process of generating energy for the cell?
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What is the term for the steps involved in the scientific process, including observation, hypothesis, and experimentation?
What is the term for the steps involved in the scientific process, including observation, hypothesis, and experimentation?
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Study Notes
Organic Chemistry
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Functional Groups: Specific groups of atoms within a molecule that determine its chemical properties and reactivity.
- Examples: hydroxyl (-OH), carboxyl (-COOH), amino (-NH2)
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Nomenclature: Systematic naming of organic compounds using IUPAC rules.
- Examples: methane (CH4), ethane (C2H6), butane (C4H10)
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Isomerism: Existence of multiple compounds with the same molecular formula but different structures.
- Types: structural isomerism, stereoisomerism, and conformational isomerism
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Reaction Mechanisms: Steps involved in a chemical reaction, including reactants, intermediates, and products.
- Examples: substitution, elimination, and addition reactions
Cell Biology
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Cell Structure: Components of a cell, including:
- Plasma membrane: semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cell
- Cytoplasm: jelly-like substance inside the cell
- Nucleus: controls cell growth and reproduction
- Mitochondria: generates energy for the cell
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Cellular Transport: Movement of molecules across the cell membrane.
- Types: passive transport (diffusion, osmosis) and active transport (carrier proteins)
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Cell Division: Process of cell growth and reproduction, including:
- Mitosis: division of somatic cells
- Meiosis: division of sex cells (gametes)
General Knowledge Quizzes
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Scientific Method: Steps involved in the scientific process, including:
- Observation
- Hypothesis
- Prediction
- Experimentation
- Analysis
- Conclusion
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SI Units: International System of Units used in science, including:
- Meter (m) for length
- Gram (g) for mass
- Liter (L) for volume
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Famous Scientists: Contributions of notable scientists, including:
- Isaac Newton (laws of motion)
- Albert Einstein (theory of relativity)
- Marie Curie (radioactivity)
Organic Chemistry
- Functional groups are specific groups of atoms that determine a molecule's chemical properties and reactivity.
- Hydroxyl (-OH), carboxyl (-COOH), and amino (-NH2) are examples of functional groups.
- IUPAC rules provide a systematic naming system for organic compounds, with examples including methane (CH4), ethane (C2H6), and butane (C4H10).
- Isomerism occurs when multiple compounds have the same molecular formula but different structures.
- Types of isomerism include structural isomerism, stereoisomerism, and conformational isomerism.
- Reaction mechanisms involve the steps of a chemical reaction, including reactants, intermediates, and products.
- Examples of reaction mechanisms include substitution, elimination, and addition reactions.
Cell Biology
Cell Structure
- The plasma membrane is a semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cell.
- Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance inside the cell.
- The nucleus controls cell growth and reproduction.
- Mitochondria generate energy for the cell.
Cellular Transport
- Cellular transport involves the movement of molecules across the cell membrane.
- Passive transport types include diffusion and osmosis.
- Active transport involves carrier proteins.
Cell Division
- Cell division is the process of cell growth and reproduction.
- Mitosis is the division of somatic cells.
- Meiosis is the division of sex cells (gametes).
General Knowledge Quizzes
Scientific Method
- The scientific method involves a series of steps, including:
- Observation
- Hypothesis
- Prediction
- Experimentation
- Analysis
- Conclusion
SI Units
- The International System of Units (SI Units) is used in science.
- Meter (m) is the unit of length.
- Gram (g) is the unit of mass.
- Liter (L) is the unit of volume.
Famous Scientists
- Isaac Newton is known for his laws of motion.
- Albert Einstein developed the theory of relativity.
- Marie Curie discovered radioactivity.
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Test your knowledge of fundamental concepts in organic chemistry, including functional groups, nomenclature, and isomerism.
