Biological Molecules- Monomers and Polymers

Question 1

Describe the reactions involved in the conversion of monomers to polymers.
Include at least 2 monomers and the polymers they form in your answer.

Answer 1

Condensation reaction joins monomers together and forms a chemical bond and releases water
Hydrolysis reaction breaks chemical bond and uses water
EG: alpha glucose to starch
Amino acids to polypeptides/ proteins