Biological Molecules - Monomers and Polymers Flashcards
1
Q
What are Polymers?
A
Large complex molecules composed of long chains of monomers joined together
2
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What are Monomers?
A
Small basic molecular units that can form a polymer
3
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How are Polymers formed?
A
Condensation Reaction
4
Q
Give 3 examples of a Monomer.
A
- Monosaccharides
- Amino Acids
- Nucleotides
5
Q
Give 3 examples of a Polymer.
A
- Polysaccharides
- Proteins
- Nucleic Acids
6
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How do Condensation Reactions work?
A
It forms a chemical bond between monomers, releasing a molecule of water
7
Q
How are Monomers formed?
A
Hydrolysis Reaction
8
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How do Hydrolysis Reactions work?
A
It breaks the chemical bond between monomers, using a water molecule
