Monomers and Polymers (3.1.1)

Question 1

Is the biochemical basis of life similar or different for all living things?

Answer 1

Similar

Question 2

Define a monomer

Answer 2

Smaller units from which larger molecules are made

Question 3

Define a polymer

Answer 3

Made from a large number of monomers joined together

Question 4

What are 3 common monomers?

Answer 4

1. Glucose
2. Amino acids
3. Nucleotides

Question 5

Define a condensation reaction

Answer 5

Joins 2 molecules together with the formation of a chemical bond and involves the elimination of a water molecule

Question 6

Define a hydrolysis reaction

Answer 6

Breaks a chemical bond between 2 molecules and involves the use of a water molecule