Section 5.1 Flashcards

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A giant molecule formed by the joining of smaller molecules usually by a dehydration reaction.

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macromolecules

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A long molecule consisting of many similar or identical monomers linked together by covalent bonds.

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polymers

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What sub-unit serves as a building block for polymers?

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monomers

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What type of chemical reaction occurs where two molecules become covalently bonded to each other with the removal of a water molecule?

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dehydration reaction

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What macromolecule serves as a catalyst? also commonly in the form of a protein

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enzymes

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What type of chemical reaction breaks down the bonds between two molecules with the addition of water?

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hydrolysis

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