Biological Molecules: Monomers and Polymers Flashcards
1
Q
what are monomers?
A
smaller units from which larger molecules are made
2
Q
what are polymers?
A
molecules made from a large number of monomers joined together
3
Q
what are some examples of monomers?
A
monosaccharides, amino acids, nucleotides
4
Q
what is a condensation reaction?
A
joins two molecules together with the formation of a chemical bond, involves the elimination of a water molecule
5
Q
what is hydrolysis?
A
breaks a chemical bond between two molecules, involves the use of water molecule
