3.1.1 Monomers and Polymers Flashcards
1
Q
define monomer. give some examples.
A
smaller units that join together to form larger molecules.
monosaccharides
amino acids
nucleotides
2
Q
define polymer. give some examples
A
molecules formed when many monomers join together
polysaccharides
proteins
DNA/RNA
3
Q
what happens in a condensation reaction?
A
a chemical bond forms between 2 molecules & a molecule of water is released.
4
Q
what happens in a hydrolysis reaction?
A
a water molecule is used to break a chemical bond between two molecules.
5
Q
name the 3 hexose monosaccharides.
A
glucose
fructose
galactose
all have the formula C6H12O6
