EXAM 3

A specific molecule, then altered in a series of defined steps or reactions to form a specific product

break down complex molecules; exergonic

build complicated molecules from simpler compounds; endergonic

random movement of atoms or molecules

Matter possesses because of its location or structure

Potential energy available for release in chemical reaction.

Study of energy transformations that occur in a collection of matter

Energy of the universe is constant: Energy can be transferred and transformed, but it cannot be created or destroyed

Measure of Disorder or randomness; more random, the greater its______

Every Energy transfer or transformation increases the entropy of the universe