monomers and polymers - 1 Flashcards

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what are polymers

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large, complex molecules composed of long chain monomers joined together

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what are monomers

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small, basic molecular units that can form a polymer

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what reaction forms polymers

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condensation

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what reaction breaks down polymers into monomers

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hydrolysis

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