Monomers And Polymers Flashcards
1
Q
What is a monomer
A
Smaller units which larger molecules are made from
2
Q
What are polymers
A
Molecules made from a large number of monomers joined together
3
Q
What is a condensation reaction
A
A joining of 2 molecules together which form a chemical bond and involves the elimination of water
4
Q
What is a hydrolysis reaction
A
The breaking of a chemical bind between two molecules which involves the use of water