The molecules that form life. The chemistry of biology
Chemistry & Biology Chemistry Biology The study of matter The study of life All scientifically acknowledged life is comprised of matter.
The building block of Reality Atom Element Molecule Compound
Organic Compounds Any chemical compound containing carbon Does not have to be made by living organisms Around 10 million Methane (CH4)
Inorganic Potassium Oxide (K2O) Any compound that is not organic Some have Carbon Wikipedia lists 75 inorganic carbon compounds Potassium Oxide (K2O) Wikipedia lists 75 inorganic carbon compounds
Biomolecule Any organic molecule produced by living organisms. 4 main classifications Lipids Proteins Nucleic Acids Carbohydrates