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Why do organic molecules have more stored energy than small inorganic molecules?
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∙ 6y ago
There are more chemical bonds that can be broken; these bonds hold energy and release it when they are destroyed. They also hold more heat energy at the same temperature because they are more massive (E = 0.5mv2; if more mass is present the same energy would mean it must be slower. It must have more energy if it is to maintain the same velocity).
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 12y agoIt is actually inaccurate to speak of an object having "heat energy" since by definition heat is only energy in transit between two systems. Within a system you might be thinking of what we call "internal energy" or "thermal energy". The difference is like the difference between rain and a cloud and a lake. In each case, it is still just water, but when it is in the cloud, we call it "cloud", not rain. When it falls (i.e. when it is moving between the cloud and the lake) we call it rain. When it lands in the lake, we quit calling it rain and call it "lake".
The heat capacity or specific heat (yeah, I know, that sounds contradictory to what I wrote above, but we are stuck with the terms) of an object is a function of the composition of the object and its mass. Some substances have to absorb more energy to heat up the same amount. All else being equal however, the bigger the object, the more mass it usually has, and consequently, the more thermal energy it can hold at a given temperature.
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∙ 11y agoPotential energy is not necessarily bigger than kinetic energy. It depends on the situation. For example, at the bottom of a hill on a roller coaster, kinetic energy is at maximum, and potential energy is equal to zero.
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∙ 9y agoHeavier molecules have a higher kinetic energy compared to lighter molecules. The mass of a molecule is directly proportional to its kinetic energy.
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∙ 11y agoMolecules are made of atoms so atoms have to be smaller.
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∙ 14y agoJust think of E=mc^2
bigger molecules have more m...
They also have more bonds inside, which contain energy.
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∙ 10y agoA molecule is bigger than an atom because atoms are small smaller than anything a molecule can become bigger than an atom
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Why is the barrier of the energy of activation beneficial for organic molecules?
Energy is stored in the chemical bonds of organic molecules. The barrier of EA prevents these molecules from spontaneously breaking down and releasing that energy.
The purpose of cellular respiration is to what the energy from carbohydrates and other organic molecules stored during photosynthesis?
break down
What process is energy stored in organic molecules?
The Lewis structure of a carbon atom, showing its four valence electrons.
How is metabolism part of the carbon cycle?
Metabolism involves ither using energy to build organic molecules or breaking down organic molecules in which energy is stored. Organic molecules contain carbon.Therefore, an organism's metabolism is part of Earth's carbon cycle.
Which organic salts are stored in bone?
Bones contain hydroxyapatite, an inorganic salt.
Why is the barrier of the energy of activation beneficial for organic molecules?
Energy is stored in the chemical bonds of organic molecules. The barrier of EA prevents these molecules from spontaneously breaking down and releasing that energy.
When covalent bonds in organic molecules are broken the energy is not used immediately Instead the released energy is stored in?
molecules of ATP.
How is an organisms metabolism related to earth's carbon cycle?
Metabolism involves ither using energy to build organic molecules or breaking down organic molecules in which energy is stored. Organic molecules contain carbon.Therefore, an organism's metabolism is part of Earth's carbon cycle.
What are cellular organelles which use chemical energy stored within the covalent bonds of organic molecules to produce ATP?
potential energy
What occurs when digestion of organic molecules results in more energy-rich molecules than are immediately required by the animal?
The excess is stored as glycogen.
The purpose of cellular respiration is to what the energy from carbohydrates and other organic molecules stored during photosynthesis?
break down
What process is energy stored in organic molecules?
The Lewis structure of a carbon atom, showing its four valence electrons.
How is metabolism part of the carbon cycle?
Metabolism involves ither using energy to build organic molecules or breaking down organic molecules in which energy is stored. Organic molecules contain carbon.Therefore, an organism's metabolism is part of Earth's carbon cycle.
Which organic salts are stored in bone?
Bones contain hydroxyapatite, an inorganic salt.
In which process do organisms transfer the chemical bond energy in organic molecules to ATP molecules?
The organic molecules like glucose C6H12O6 molecule have actually energy stored in human body.The energy is converted into usable form using oxygen that you breathe in.The process is called respiration.
How is carbon stored in sediments?
Carbon is stored in the lithosphere in inorganic and organic forms. Inorganic they include oil, coal, oil shale, natural gas, and limestone. Organic forms are litter, humic substances, and organic matter.
Do molecules have potential energy stored in their chemical bonds?
Yes, molecules have potential energy stored in their chemical bonds.
