Monomers and Polymers Flashcards
Paper 1 - Biological molecules - 3.1.1
1
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What are Monomers
A
Smaller units from which larger molecules are made
2
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What are Polymers
A
Molecules from a large number of simple monomers joined together
3
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List examples of monomers
A
- Monosaccharides
- Amino acids
- Nucleotides
4
Q
Describe a condensation reaction
A
When 2 molecules are joined together with the formation of a chemical bond and involves the elimination of a water molecule
5
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Describe a hydrolysis reaction
A
Breaks a chemical bond between 2 molecules and involved the use of a water molecule.
