T1: Monomers and Polymers Flashcards

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define monomer

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small basic molecular unit from which larger molecules are made

examples: amino acids, nucleotides, monosaccharides

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define polymer

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a large complex molecule comprised of many monomers

examples: proteins, disaccharides, polysaccharides

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what is a condensation reaction?

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condensation reactions join 2 molecules together, forming a chemical bond and releasing a water molecule

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what is a hydrolysis reaction?

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hydrolysis reactions break a chemical bond using a water molecule

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