1.1: Monomers and polymers Flashcards
1
Q
What is a monomer?
A
Small identical molecules which can be joined to make larger molecules called polymers
2
Q
What is a polymer?
A
Large molecule made from joining 3 or more identical monomers
3
Q
What is the monomer in DNA and RNA
A
nucleotide
4
Q
What is the monomer in starch, cellulose and glycogen?
A
Glucose
5
Q
What is a condensation reaction?
A
joins two molecules together with the formation of a chemical bond and removal of a molecule of water
6
Q
What is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
Breaks a chemical bond between two molecules and involves the use of a water molecule
7
Q
What makes up sucrose?
A
glucose and fructose
