Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. The presence of salt helps prevent oceans from freezing.
2. A dehydration reaction that builds larger molecules from smaller units requires the addition of a water molecule.
3. The hydroxyl (OH-) concentration of a solution with a pH of 8 would be 10-6 molar.
4. Most enzymes or bioactive molecules work effectively within a broad range of pH.
5. Buffers minimize fluctuations in the pH of a solution.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
5. TRUE

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