1.1 Flashcards
1
Q
Define monomer. Give some examples.
A
smaller units that join together to form larger molecules
- monosaccharides (glucose, fructose, galactose)
- amino acids
- nucleotides
2
Q
Define polymer. Give some examples
A
Molecules formed when many monomers join together
- polysaccharides
- proteins
- DNA/RNA
3
Q
What happens in a condensation reaction
A
A chemical bond forms between 2 molecules and a molecule of water is produced
