Multiple Choice
What is a common chemical reaction mechanism by which cells synthesize polymers from monomers?
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4. Biomolecules
Monomers & Polymers
Multiple Choice
What is the process by which monomers are linked together to form polymers?
A
Hydrolysis
B
Monomerization
C
Protein formation
D
Coiling
E
Dehydration reaction
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand that monomers are small molecules that can join together to form larger molecules called polymers.
Recognize that the process of linking monomers to form polymers involves a chemical reaction.
Identify that in a dehydration reaction, a water molecule is removed as two monomers are joined together.
Note that during the dehydration reaction, a hydroxyl group (OH) from one monomer and a hydrogen atom (H) from another monomer are removed, forming a water molecule (H₂O).
Realize that the removal of water allows the monomers to form a covalent bond, resulting in the formation of a polymer.
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