1. Week 2 Vocab Definitions

2. Hydrolysis
A reaction in which a substance is broken down by water
Dehydration synthesis
A reaction in which two molecules combine to form one larger molecule with the loss of water
Enzyme
Proteins that speed up the rate of reactions by lowering the activation energy required
Nucleic Acid
contains the genetic information (DNA & RNA)

3. Buffer
Substances that help minimize changes in pH (keeps pH stable).
Hemoglobin
A protein found in the blood responsible for transporting oxygen
Organic molecule
Molecules that contain Carbon and hydrogen

4. Carbohydrate
Quick energy source and builds structures like cell walls
Lipid
Long-term energy storage, insulation and water proofing. Includes fats, oils, waxes, steroids...
Protein
Made of amino acids joined by peptide bonds.