2. Atoms Make Up Molecules
Large 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 Synthesis
Monosmers can be linked together through the process of Dehydration Synthesis also called Condensation Reaction Because Water is Formed!

8. Dehydration Synthesis Simplified