Biological Molecules Flashcards
1
Q
Macromolecules
A
Simple organic molecules joined to form larger molecules
2
Q
Polymers
A
Molecules built from repeating units
3
Q
Monomers
A
The repeating units
4
Q
Condensation Reactions
A
The monomers are joined by a chemical reaction called condensation (removal of water). Water is always formed
5
Q
Hydrolysis Reactions
A
Polymers are broken down by the opposite process called hydrolysis (addition of water)
6
Q
What is hydrolysis?
A
The breaking of bonds via the addition of water
