Course Packet

Question 1

Which compounds are present primarily as ions in cells?

Answer 1

Ca, K, Cl, Na, Mg

Question 2

Why is carbon unique amongst elements?

Answer 2

Carbon can form for highly stable covalent bonds and covalently linked chains of multiple carbon carbon bonds

Question 3

Name the six primary elements life is composed of?

Answer 3

C, H, N, O, P, S