AP Biology Exam Study Guide and Tips Questions and Answers
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AP Biology Exam Study Guide and Tips Questions and Answers
Organic Compounds
are molecules that contain carbon.
Hydrolysis Reaction
is a compound that dissolves in water and is the decomposition of something in the presence of water.
Dehydration Reaction
releases water.
Oxidation...
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Organic Compounds
are molecules that contain carbon.
Hydrolysis Reaction
is a compound that dissolves in water and is the decomposition of something in the presence of
water.
Dehydration Reaction
releases water.
Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
involve the gain (oxidation) or loss (reduction) of electrons.
Anabolic Reactions
create larger molecules from smaller ones.
Catabolic Reaction
breaks down larger molecules.
Exergonic Reaction
releases energy.
Endergonic Reaction
requires energy.
What properties make water essential to life on earth?
The water molecule's polar nature leads to surface tension (enabling capillary action) and makes it an
effective solvent. It expands rather than contracting when it freezes.
Enzymes
are proteins that facilitate reactions by binding to the substrate and reducing the activation energy.
All living matter is made up of what?
Nitrogen,carbon,hydrogen,oxygen,phosphorus, and sulphur.
Carbon
is the main element of life because of the variety of organic compounds it can form.
Hydrophilic (water loving)
are compounds that easily dissolve in and mix with water.
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