Biochemistry
What is biochemistry?
Science that explores the chemical processes within living organisms
How does photosynthesis help us humans?
Humans eat vegetables and without photosynthesis, there would be no vegetables, it helps humans get the fiber and vitamins we need
True or False:
There are layers to Earth's atmosphere.
True
True or False:
The worst pollutants are compounds that break down easily.
False. The worst pollutants are compounds that do NOT break down easily.
What is an isotope?
A different form of the same element with a different number of neutrons.
Isotopes are found in Earth's interior, on the surface, in the oceans and in the air.
What does the solar energy convert to?
to convert solar energy into chemical energy and then store that chemical energy for future use
What does good ozone do?
It protects us from the sun's harmful rays.
How does water treatment work?
It makes dissolved substances so they can be removed.
What can you find about an animal using biochemistry?
The study of different chemical reactions going on in the body of animal for life.
What is photosynthesis?
The process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and energy in the form of sugar
In which layer of Earth's atmosphere does the International Space Station orbit?
Thermosphere
What produces the most methane?
Human activity
What can biochemistry be used for?
Nutrition, medical discoveries, and forensics.
How would you explain photosynthesis to someone who doesn't know anything about it?
The process in which green plants use sunlight to make their own food
Which layer of Earth's atmosphere has most weather conditions/precipitation?
Troposphere
Why is mathane harmful?
It traps heat and warms our planet.
What are the molecules of life? (macromolecules)
proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids.
What in the leaves make them green?
Chlorophyll
How are Earth's layers of the atmosphere classified?
These main layers are classified according to changes in altitude, temperature, and atmospheric pressure.
What do fossil fuels produce when they are burned?
Carbon Dioxide and water