GENERAL TERMS Flashcards
1
Q
What is a monomer?
A
A single unit of a molecule that can form more complex molecules
2
Q
What is a dimer?
A
2 monomers linked together
3
Q
What is a polymer?
A
Many monomers linked together in a repeating chain
4
Q
What is a condensation reaction?
A
A reaction between 2 smaller molecules, that produces 1 larger molecule and water is produced, removed from the 2 molecules
5
Q
What is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
A reaction where 1 larger molecule is broken down with water, producing 2 smaller molecules
6
Q
What are the different types of biological molecules?
A
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins
Nucleic acids
