Chapter 5 Worksheet # 1  (The Structure and Function of Macromolecules)
AP Biology

1.    What is a polymer?

2.    What is a monomer?

3.    Briefly compare the processes of hydrolysis and synthesis (condensation reaction).

4.    Describe the structure of a typical monosaccharide such as glucose.

5.    Write out the chemical equation for a synthesis reaction between two glucose molecules.

6.    Explain the difference between a monosaccharide and a disaccharide.

7.    State two roles or functions of monosaccharide sugars.

8.    What is the most common disaccharide and what is its common name?

9.    Describe briefly how polysaccharides are formed.

10.   State the function of the following common polysaccharides:

a.)  starches

b.) glycogen

c.) cellulose

d.) chitin