Organic chemistry Flashcards
1
Q
What do all organic compounds contain?
A
Carbon and hydrogen
2
Q
Why is carbon found in organic compounds?
A
The structure of carbon allows it to easily bond with other elements, allowing carbon to form many different compounds
3
Q
What are monomers?
A
small organic compounds that act as building blocks
4
Q
What are polymers?
A
Molecules formed by linking two or more monomers together
5
Q
What is dehydration synthesis?
A
A chemical reaction that forms bonds between monomers
6
Q
What is Hydrolysis?
A
The addition of water molecules to break polymers back into monomers
