Macromolecules are Polymers, built from monomers Flashcards

ch 5

1
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polysaccharides

A

large carbs

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2
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polymers

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chains of monomers. Large carbs, proteins and nucleic acids

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3
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dehydration reactions

A

when a water molecule is lost

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4
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how can many monomers form larger molectules?

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through dehydration reactions, in which water molecules are released

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5
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hydrolysis

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when a water molecule is added

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6
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how do polymers disassemble?

A

through hydrolysis

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