Monomers and Polymers Flashcards

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What is a monomer?

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Small, basic molecular units that can form a polymer.

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What is a polymer?

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Large, complex molecules composed of long chains of monomers joined together.

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How are polymers made?

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Through a condensation reaction, which forms a chemical bond between two monomers by releasing a water molecule.

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How are polymers broken down?

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Through hydrolysis, which breaks the chemical bond between two monomers using a water molecule.

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