Basic Chem
Subject:
Chemistry [1]
Basic Review Sheet for Basic Chemistry Test (2nd Bio Test) for Mr. Papagayo *Note*: Be prepared, there is a lot of "shorthand" (no vowels), so it might be a bit hard to read. Some Terms: Element - cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means. Cation - positively charged atom that has lost electrons. Anion - negatively charged atom that has gained electrons. - Number of protons doesn't change during ionization. Organic - containing a carbon backbone bonded to hydrogen. Hydrogen bonding - the strongest type of intermolecular bonding. Cohesion - mlcs of one kind stick together. Causes surface tension. Solution - homogenous mixture of substances.