DeFord"s DC-AP Biology Podcast

In this episode, we dive into the chemistry that keeps life in balance. Students will explore the building blocks of matter by identifying the parts of an atom, distinguishing between elements and compounds, and understanding how atoms form bonds—both ionic and covalent. We’ll also unpack the pH scale, examining the properties of acids and bases, and discover how buffers act as a safeguard to keep living systems stable. By the end, listeners will see how these fundamental chemical principles connect