1.3 Introduction To Macromolecules

What type of chemical reaction links monomers together to form a polymer?

During dehydration synthesis, which specific components are removed from the two reacting monomers?

A student writes: "Hydrolysis adds water to a polymer." Why would this answer receive only partial credit on an AP exam?

A cell is actively growing and assembling new proteins and polysaccharides. Which statement correctly describes the dominant reaction occurring and its relationship to water?

During hydrolysis of a dipeptide (two amino acids joined by a covalent bond), what is the precise fate of the water molecule involved?

A researcher discovers a new enzyme that catalyses the breakdown of a storage polysaccharide in plant cells during seed germination. Which reaction does this enzyme most likely facilitate, and what is the biological purpose?

Which pair of terms correctly completes the following statement? "In dehydration synthesis, a covalent bond is __ and water is ____."

A cell is treated with a drug that completely inhibits all dehydration synthesis reactions but leaves hydrolysis unaffected. Which outcome best predicts the consequence for the cell?

The term "polymerization" specifically refers to which of the following?

A scientist observes that when a certain disaccharide is placed in a solution containing a specific enzyme, the solution's water concentration decreases slightly over time. Which interpretation is correct?