Macromolecules are Polymers, built from monomers Flashcards
ch 5
1
Q
polysaccharides
A
large carbs
2
Q
polymers
A
chains of monomers. Large carbs, proteins and nucleic acids
3
Q
dehydration reactions
A
when a water molecule is lost
4
Q
how can many monomers form larger molectules?
A
through dehydration reactions, in which water molecules are released
5
Q
hydrolysis
A
when a water molecule is added
6
Q
how do polymers disassemble?
A
through hydrolysis