In the Problem Statement "The Difference Between Y and 17

question 21

Multiple Choice

In the problem statement "the difference between Y and 17 is 22," the word "difference" indicates:

• A) multiplication
• B) subtraction
• C) addition
• D) division

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Definitions:

Basic

In chemistry, basic describes substances with a pH greater than 7, possessing the ability to accept protons or donate electrons or hydroxide ions.

Metabolic Reactions

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Chemical Compounds

Chemical compounds are substances consisting of two or more different chemically bonded elements, with a fixed ratio determining the composition.

Surface Tension

The cohesive force at the surface of a fluid that causes it to behave as an elastic sheet, minimizing its surface area.