1 Biological Molecules- Monomers & Polymers Flashcards
1
Q
What are monomers? + examples
A
Smaller units from which larger molecules are made
e.g.- monosaccharides, amino acids and nucleotides
2
Q
What are polymers? + examples
A
Molecules made from a large number of monomers joined together
e.g.- proteins, lipids and carbohydrates
3
Q
What is a condensation reaction?
A
A reaction which joins two molecules together with the formation of a chemical bond, involves elimination of a molecule of water
4
Q
What is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
A reaction which breaks a chemical bond between two molecules, involves the use of a water molecule.
