6 Questions
What are monomers?
Small units that form larger molecules
How are monomers joined together to form polymers?
Through a condensation reaction
What is the opposite process of a condensation reaction?
Hydrolysis
What is the general formula for monosaccharides?
(CH2O)n, where n can be any number from three to seven
Which of the following is a monosaccharide?
Glucose
What are the two isomers of glucose?
Alpha and beta glucose
Explore the concepts of monomers and polymers in biochemistry. Learn about the process of condensation reactions to form polymers and hydrolysis reactions to break them down. Dive into examples like monosaccharides, amino acids, and nucleotides.
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