Monomers & Polymers Overview
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What is the main function of monomers in creating larger molecules?

  • Facilitate water removal
  • Store energy
  • Provide structural support to plant cells
  • Act as building blocks (correct)

    • Which type of reaction involves the addition of a water molecule to break the chemical bond between two monomers?

  • Hydrolysis reaction (correct)
  • Reduction reaction
  • Condensation reaction
  • Oxidation reaction

    • What is the general formula for a monosaccharide based on the number of carbon atoms it contains?

  • $C_{n-1}H_nO_{n-1}$
  • $C_{n+1}H_{2n+1}O_{n-2}$
  • $C_nH_{2n}O_n$ (correct)
  • $C_nH_{n-1}O_{n-1}$

    • Which elements are present in all carbohydrates?

    <p>Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opposite of a condensation reaction that involves the removal of water?

    <p>Hydrolysis reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of carbohydrates are made from monosaccharides like glucose, galactose, and fructose?

    <p>Larger carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of chemical reaction is involved when monomers bond together to form polymers?

    <p>Condensation reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the process of adding a water molecule to break the bond between two monomers in a polymer?

    <p>Hydrolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of molecules are glucose, galactose, and fructose examples of?

    <p>Monosaccharides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which elements are found in all carbohydrates?

    <p>Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of monosaccharides within the body?

    <p>To provide energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of molecules are sucrose and starch classified as?

    <p><strong>Polysaccharides</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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