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sex hormones
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an example of similar compunds that differ only in fuctional groups is...
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functional grops
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male and female sex hormones differ only in...
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molrcularactions
Definition
Differences in sex hormones cause...
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Distinguishable
Definition
The results of male and female differences are
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monomer
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One unit
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polymers
Definition
many units. Become macromolecule
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Dehydration synthesis
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combine 2 molecules  into 1 via covalent bonds. Attachment of monomers called a polymer. All biological reactions of this sort are mediated by enzymes which speed up reactions in cells.
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Hydrolysis
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dehydration in reverse. adding water. Breaks polymers into smaller units: also uses enzymes
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