6.1 Flashcards
1
Q
what is an isomer
A
atom with the same chemical formula but different structure
2
Q
what is hydrolysis
A
digestion or breaking down polymers with water
3
Q
what is dehydration synthesis
A
when monomers are joined with water to form polymers
4
Q
what are polymers made of
A
monomers
5
Q
why is carbon such a versatile building block for life
A
it can form covalent bonds with up to 4 other atoms
6
Q
what are the four things that can classify a functional group
A
positive negative polar or non polar
7
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