Molecules of Life Flashcards by Ali Al-Omari | Brainscape

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What is a Polymer?

A

A complex molecule made from a long chain of monomers joined together

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What reaction allows the monomers to chemically join together to form a polymer?

A

Condensaion

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What does the condensation reaction release?

A

Water

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What reaction breaks polymers down into monomers again?

A

Hydrolysis

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What needs to be added for the hydrolysis reaction to take place?

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Water

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