1
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Alcohols
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A homologous series of compounds which all contain an -OH functional group.
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Anaerobic
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In the absence of air.
3
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Denatured
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The loss of function of enzymes due to structural changes, usually caused by changes in temperature or pH.
4
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Enzymes
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Biological catalysts. (e.g. in yeast)
5
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Fermentation
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Converting sugar (such as glucose) into ethanol and carbon dioxide using enzymes in yeasts.
6
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Hydration
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The addition of water molecules to an unsaturated molecule (e.g. converting ethene to ethanol).
7
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Microbial oxidation
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Oxidation by oxygen in the air in the presence of microorganisms such as bacteria and yeast.
iGCSE Chemistry - Edexcel
flashcards
Decks in class (28)
# Cards
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1 a) States of Matter16
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1 b) Elements, Compounds & Mixtures14
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1 c) Atomic Structure18
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1 d) The Periodic Table10
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1 e) Chemical Formulae, Equations & Calculations14
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1 f) Ionic Bonding11
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1 g) Covalent Bonding11
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1 h) Metallic Bonding6
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1 i) Electrolysis12
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2 a) Group 1 (Alkali Metals)5
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2 b) Group 7 (Halogens)6
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2 c) Gases in the Atmosphere4
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2 d) Reactivity Series10
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2 e) Extraction & Uses of Metals13
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2 f) Acids, Alkalis & Titrations10
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2 f) Acids, Bases and Salt Preparation12
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2 h) Chemical Tests24
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3 a) Energetics8
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3 b) Rates of Reaction9
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3 c) Reversible Reactions and Equilibria3
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4 a) Introduction to Organic10
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4 b) Crude Oil14
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4 c) Alkanes6
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4 d) Alkenes4
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4 e) Alcohols7
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4 f) Carboxylic Acids1
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4 g) Esters3
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4 h) Synthetic Polymers7
