Answer 1-12

Molecule/Source 1 Notable Features that allow this Primarily involved in molecule source to do its job which Property of Life? Polar, universal solvent, An essential molecule for all life can form hydrogen bonds. Forms a barrier that prevent many Membrane delimited. molecules from passing through. 2 3 4 Carries a code, relatively stable Stores information. but can undergo changes that are Evolution. heritable (mutation). Carries a code, relatively unstable Transmits information (ie. what protein to make) Photons energize molecules in photosynthesis. Many bonds that can be broken Source of energy (food). 5 6 Organic compounds: and 7 Inorganic chemicals le Source of energy Chemical Energy for some prokaryotes (ie caves and deep ocean vents) Small usable energy to do cellular work. 8 8 9 Act as transporter to bring molecules in or out of cell. Controls, senses and responds to the environment (channels ) 10 Senses environment, can open channels or send signals to the cell. (sensors/receptors) 11 (enzymes) Transforms energy source into usable energy. Replicate information and aid cell division. 12 (enzymes)