Monomers & polymers Flashcards
1
Q
Define monomer.
A
A molecule that forms the basic unit for polymers.
Asmall molecule that reacts with a similar molecule to form a larger molecule.
The basic building block that are able to bind together & form a complex structure known as a polymer.
2
Q
3 examples of monomers.
Sugar
Protein
DNA
A
Simple sugars (monosaccharides)
Amino acids
Nucleotides.
3
Q
For biological monomers to chemically bond, what does it typically require to lose & what type of reaction is it called?
A
Loss of water.
Dehydration reaction.
4
Q
Many monomers covalently linked together make up a _____
A
Polymer
5
Q
(Monomer) - simple sugars
(Polymer) - ___________
A
Glycogen
6
Q
(Monomer) - Amino acids
(Polymer) - ___________
A
Protein
7
Q
(Monomer) - Nucleic acid
(Polymer) - ___________
A
DNA
