Molecules Of Life Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Monomer?
A
Small, basic molecular units that can be chemically joined to form polymers
2
Q
What is a Polymer?
A
Large, complex molecules made up of chains of monomers joined together
3
Q
What are the 3 monomers?
A
Amino acids
Nucleotides
Monosaccharides
4
Q
What are the 3 Polymers?
A
Proteins
Nucleic acid
Carbohydrates
5
Q
What is a Condensation Reaction?
A
Monomers joining together to form polymers with a product of water
6
Q
What does a condensation require?
A
Energy
7
Q
What is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
Water and energy added to a polymer to break it down into monomers
