3.1.1 MONOMERS + POLYMERS Flashcards
1
Q
What is a monomer?
A
Smaller units from which larger molecules are made
2
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What is a polymer?
A
Molecules made from a large number of monomers joined together
3
Q
Examples of monomers:
A
- amino acids
- monosaccharides
- nucleotides
4
Q
What is a condensation reaction?
A
Joins two molecules together with the formation of a chemical bond and creates a water molecule
5
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What is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
Breaks a chemical bond between two molecules and uses a water molecule
