Monomers and polymers Flashcards
1
Q
What are monomers?
A
Monomers are the smaller units from which larger molecules are made
2
Q
Name 3 monomers
A
- Monosaccharides
- Amino acids
- Nucleotides
3
Q
What are polymers?
A
Polymers are large molecules made from many monomers joined together by chemical bonds
4
Q
Name 3 polymers
A
- Polysaccharides
- Proteins/polypeptides
- DNA/RNA
5
Q
What is a condensation reaction?
A
A condensation reaction joins two molecules together with the formation of a chemical bond and involves the elimination of water molecule
6
Q
What is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
A hydrolysis reaction breaks a chemical bond between two molecules and involves the use of a water molecule
