Chapter 2

Name and describe the components of an atom.

Explain how the periodic table of the elements is organized.

Differentiate among covalent, polar covalent, hydrogen, and ionic bonds.

List three features of water that make it conducive to life.

Name the four most common elements in organic molecules.

List features of carbon that allow it co form diverse structures.

List essential functions of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

Describe how diversity is achieved in polymers.