molecules of life

Question 1

name some biological molecules found in all cells and organisms?

Answer 1

carbohydrates, lipids, proteins,and amino acids

Question 2

how does simple biological molecules suggest evolution is correct?

Answer 2

because all organisms on earth share a similar biochemistry as they all contain the same groups of carbon based compounds that interact in similar ways.( indirect evidence)

Question 3

what are most carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids?

Answer 3

polymers

Question 4

what is a monomer?

Answer 4

a small, basic unit that can form a polymer during a condensation reaction.

Question 5

examples of monomers?

Answer 5

monosaccharides, amino acids and nucleotides

Question 6

how are polymers formed ?

Answer 6

during a condensation reaction in which a molecule of water is released forming a chemical bond between the monomers.

Question 7

what is a polymer?

Answer 7

larger, more complex molecules made of a number of monomers joined together.

Question 8

what is the opposite of a condensation reaction ?

Answer 8

a hydrolysis reaction where a molecule of water is added to break the chemical bond between monomers.

Question 9

what is the product of a condensation reaction?

Answer 9

water