AP BIOLOGY

LABORATORY REVIEW

CELL RESPIRATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
O2 is the chemical formula for
A
Oxygen
B
Carbon Dioxide
C
Glucose
D
Water
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Each molecule consists of two oxygen atoms joined together, so we write its formula asO2.

Detailed explanation-2: -Oxygen is found naturally as a molecule. Two oxygen atoms strongly bind together with a covalent double bond to form dioxygen or O2. Oxygen is normally found as a molecule. It is called dioxygen.

Detailed explanation-3: -Oxygen is a chemical element with an atomic number of 8 (it has eight protons in its nucleus). Oxygen forms a chemical compound (O2) of two atoms which is a colorless gas at normal temperatures and pressures.

Detailed explanation-4: -O is a singular oxygen atom. O2 is a molecule made of two oxygen molecules. Our atmosphere is made of mostly O2, which our bodies have evolved to breathe.

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