Organic Molecules Flashcards
1
Q
Acids dissolve in water and release _____________
A
Hydrogen (H+) ions
2
Q
Bases dissolve in water and release ______________
A
Hydroxide ions (OH-)
3
Q
What are the four types of macromolecules?
A
- Carbohydrates
- Lipids
- Proteins
- Nucleic Acids
4
Q
How are monomers released from polymers?
A
Hydrolysis Reactions
5
Q
In the Hydrolysis Reaction, is water added or removed?
A
Water is added
6
Q
What are Carbohydrates composed of?
A
- Carbon
- Hydrogen
- and Oxygen atoms
