3.1.1 monomers and polymers Flashcards
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what are monomers
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+ the smaller units from which larger molecules are made
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what are polymers
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+ molecules made from a large number of monomers joined together
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examples of monomers
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+ monosaccharides
+ amino acids
+ nucleotides
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what is a condensation reaction
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+ joins two molecules together with the formation of a chemical bond
+ involves the elimination of a molecule of water
+ monomer forming a polymer
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what is a hydrolysis reaction
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+ breaks a chemical bond between two molecules
+ involves the use of a water molecule
+ polymer breaking down into monomer
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what is polymerisation
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+ making polymers from monomers
+ in organisms each time a new sub-unit is attached a molecule of water is formed and released
