monomers and polymers Flashcards
1
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monomers definition
A
The smaller soluble molecules from which larger molecules are made.
2
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Polymers definiton
A
The insoluble molecules made from a chain made of a large number of similar monomers joined together.
3
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three examples of monomers
A
monosaccharides ,amino acids and nucleotides
4
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What do monosaccharides form
A
disaccharides, polysaccharides and carbohydrates
5
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What do amino acids form
A
polypeptides and proteins
6
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What do nucleotides form
A
polynucleotides and DNA/RNA
7
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Condensation reaction
A
Joins 2 molecules together with a formation of a chemical bond by the removal/release of a water molecule.
8
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Hydrolysis reaction
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Breaks a chemical bond between 2 molecules and involves the use of a water molecule.
