Monomers And Polymers Flashcards
1
Q
What is a polymer made up of
A
A chain of monomers
(DNA is a polymer)
2
Q
What is a molecule
A
Two or more atoms/elements which are chemically combined to form a single species
3
Q
What is a condensation reaction
A
A type of reaction which occurs between two molecules to form a bond. A molecule of water is also made in the process.
4
Q
What does a hydrolysis reaction do?
A
Breaks a chemical bond between two molecules and involves the use of a water molecule
