Biochemistry - monomers & polymers Flashcards
1
Q
what is a monomer?
A
a small, single molecule, which join together to form a polymer
2
Q
what is a polymer?
A
large molecule, made up of repeating monomers joined together
3
Q
what is a condensation reaction?
A
joins two molecules together
produces a water molecule
forms a chemical bong (e.g. a glyosidic bond)
4
Q
what is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
separates two molecules
requires addition of a water molecule
breaks chemical bonds
