Chapter 2

Name and describe the components of an atom.

Explain how the periodic table of the elements is organized.

List three unusual properties of water and explain why these properties make water conducive to life.

List the four most common elements in organic molecules and state which common macromolecules always contain all four of these elements.

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

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

Describe how diversity is achieved in polymers, using proteins as an example.