Section 5.1 Flashcards
1
Q
A giant molecule formed by the joining of smaller molecules usually by a dehydration reaction.
A
macromolecules
2
Q
A long molecule consisting of many similar or identical monomers linked together by covalent bonds.
A
polymers
3
Q
What sub-unit serves as a building block for polymers?
A
monomers
4
Q
What type of chemical reaction occurs where two molecules become covalently bonded to each other with the removal of a water molecule?
A
dehydration reaction
5
Q
What macromolecule serves as a catalyst? also commonly in the form of a protein
A
enzymes
6
Q
What type of chemical reaction breaks down the bonds between two molecules with the addition of water?
A
hydrolysis
