8 Questions
What type of reaction occurs when iron is placed in a copper sulfate solution?
Single-displacement reaction
What is the general term for reactions where two compounds react to form two new compounds?
Double-displacement reactions
Which type of reaction involves the reaction of an element with oxygen to form oxide and heat?
Combustion reaction
What defines an exothermic reaction?
Releases energy
What is the function of enzymes in biochemical reactions?
Increase reaction rate without being consumed
In metabolism, what are the two main divisions of chemical reactions in the body?
Catabolism and Anabolism
Which type of enzyme catalyzed reactions involve two or more molecules combining, releasing water as a byproduct?
Dehydration reactions
What role do enzymes play in biochemical reactions?
Increase the rate of reactions without being consumed
Test your knowledge on oxidation-reduction reactions, which involve the transfer of electrons between molecules. Learn about oxidation, where a molecule loses electrons, and reduction, where a molecule gains electrons.
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