3.1.1/2 - monomers and polymers Flashcards
1
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what is a monomer
A
small units that can form polymers
2
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what is a polymer
A
large complex molecules made from monomers
3
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what is a condensation reaction
A
joins 2 molecules and involves the release of a water molecule
4
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what is a hydrolysis reaction
A
breaks a chemical bond between 2 molecules and involves the use of a water molecule
5
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3 examples of monosaccharides (carbohydrates)
A
glucose, fructose, galactose
6
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what type of bond does a condensation reaction between 2 monosaccharides form
A
glycosidic bond
7
Q
what is maltose made from
A
glucose + glucose
8
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what is sucrose made from
A
glucose + fructose
9
Q
what is lactose made from
A
glucose + galactose
10
Q
what type of glucose do starch and glycogen use
A
alpha glucose
11
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what type of glucose does cellulose use
A
beta glucose
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