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2 Atoms Make Up MoleculesLarge molecules (macromolecules) are polymers meaning they are made up of smaller parts (monomers).

3 Carbon is a important for life!It has four electrons in an outer shell that holds eight, so carbon can share its electrons with other atoms toe form up to four covalent bonds.

4 Examples of Polymers Proteins Lipids Carbohydrates Nucleic Acids

5 Hydrolysis A water molecule is absorbed to break apart a polymer. This is called Hydrolysis.

6 Hydrolysis Simplified

7 Dehydration SynthesisMonosmers can be linked together through the process of Dehydration Synthesis also called Condensation Reaction Because Water is Formed!

8 Dehydration Synthesis Simplified