monomers and polymers Flashcards
1
Q
what is a monomer?
A
monomers are the small unit from which larger molecules are made
2
Q
what is a polymer?
A
polymers are made from large, joined up chains of monomer molecules
3
Q
name 3 examples of monomers
A
monosaccharides, amino acids and nucleotides
4
Q
what is a condensation reaction?
A
- joins two molecules together
- forms a chemical bond
- involves the elimination of a water molecule
5
Q
what is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
- breaks the chemical bond between two molecules
- involves the use of a water molecule
