Molecules for Life and Inorganic Compounds (Grade 10 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Flashcards
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Smallest unit of matter with element properties
Smallest unit of matter with element properties
Atom
Compounds w/ carbon bonded to hydrogen
Compounds w/ carbon bonded to hydrogen
Organic compounds
% of water in human body
% of water in human body
65%
Water evaporation from plant leaves
Water evaporation from plant leaves
Transpiration
Water pressure keeping plant cells rigid
Water pressure keeping plant cells rigid
Turgor pressure
Why water is called 'universal solvent'
Why water is called 'universal solvent'
More substances dissolve in it than any other liquid
Minerals needed in large quantities
Minerals needed in large quantities
Macro-elements (or macro-nutrients)
Iron's role in blood
Iron's role in blood
Component of haemoglobin, carries oxygen
Yellowing of plant leaves (deficiency symptom)
Yellowing of plant leaves (deficiency symptom)
Chlorosis
Excess nutrients causing algae growth & O₂ depletion
Excess nutrients causing algae growth & O₂ depletion
Eutrophication