Question

Differentiate between polymers and monomers in polymerization using cotton as an example

Answer 1

Answer:

Polymer means many monomers. Sometimes polymers are also known as macromolecules or large-sized molecules. Usually, polymers are organic (but not necessarily). A monomer is a molecule that is able to bond in long chains.

EXAMPLE:

Examples of biological monomers and polymers:

Monomers Polymers

Monosaccharides (simple sugars) Polysaccharides

Amino-acids Polypeptides and proteins

Nucleotides Nucleic acids