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Science Flashcards
1/29/09
Question | Answer |
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What is an element? | An element is any substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances. |
What is a compound? | A compound is when two or more elements chemically combine. |
What are compounds called that do not contain carbon? | They are called inorganic compounds. |
Compounds that contain carbon are called.... | organic compounds |
Give three examples of lipids. | Fats, Oils, Waxes. |
Give two examples of carbohydrates. | Sugars and Starches |
Carbohydrates are made of... | Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen. |
Lipids are made of... | Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen. |
Proteins are made of... | Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, and in some cases sulfur. |