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- Define matter.
- Describe an element.
- Describe the organization of an atom
- Explain the nature of isotopes and radioactive isotopes.
- Define a molecule and a compound.
- List the two basic types of bonds that occur between atoms.
- Describe why water is considered a polar molecule.
- Understand the importance of hydrogen bonding in water and other molecules.
- List the important properties of water molecules.
- Discuss the general chemical properties of acids and bases.
- Explain and be able to use the pH scale.
- Understand the roles buffers play in living things.
- Describe how molecules of life are built up and broken down
- Describe the structure and function of carbohydrates.
- Describe the function and the structure of the various types of lipids.
- Describe the functions and basic structure of proteins.
- Understand how protein structure illustrates the idea that the shape of a molecule influences its function.
- Discuss the structure of nucleic acids, and describe their functions in cells.
- Explain how the function of RNA is related to the function of DNA.
- Describe the structure and function of ATP.
- Understand and use the bold-faced and italicized terms included in this chapter.
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