Definitions
Define Metabolism
All the enzyme catalyzed reactions in a cell or organism
Describe Cohesive
Define Covalent Bonds
Strong bonds between non-metals that involve sharing electrons
Describe Adhesive
Hydrogen bonds form between water and other polar molecules
Define Semi-Conservative
Each strand of original DNA acts as a template in replication
Describe High Specific Heat Capacity
Increase of temperature of water requires H-bonds to be broken
All the proteins produced by a cell, tissue, or organisms.
Describe High Latent Heat of Vaporization
Molecules evaporate and becomes vapor
Define Absorption Spectrum
Graph showing the percentage of light absorbed by different types of pigments at each wavelength of light
Describe High Boiling Point
Remains a liquid over a wide range of temperatures