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Biology Requires Chemistry. 01/08/14. # Protons. Hydrolysis Break down of molecules using water + An ENZYME.
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Biology Requires Chemistry 01/08/14
A Buffer = A chemical that can either bind to excess Hydrogen Ion (H+) if there happens to be a lot of it (if the environment is acidic)ORcan give up a Hydrogen Ion if there happens to be a lot of Hydroxide ion (–OH-) if the environment is basic so that water can be produced (H+ + -OH- HOH)
Primary Biologic Buffer=HCO3-(Bicarbonate Ion) Can bind H+ in acidic environment H2CO3 Can give up H+ (to make H2O) in basic environment CO2
Biologic Molecules Polymers
Biologic Molecules • Carbohydrates • Fats • Proteins • Nucleic Acis 4 Classes
Carbohydrates Maltose Lactose