Monomers and Polymers Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Define a Monomer
A
Small units from which larger molecules are made
2
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Define a Polymer
A
Large molecule made up of many identical monomers joined together
3
Q
what are examples of monomers?
A
- Monosaccharides
- Amino acids
- Nucleotide
4
Q
What are examples of polymers?
A
- Polysaccharide
- Amino acids
- Nucleotide
5
Q
What happens in a condensation reaction?
A
1) Joins 2 molecules together
2) Eliminate of a water molecule
3) Formation of a chemical bond (e.g. glycosidic bond)
6
Q
what happens in a hydrolysis reaction?
A
1) Separates 2 molecules
2) With the addition of a water molecule
3) As it breaks a chemical bond (e.g. glycosidic bond)
