Which of the following statements about the monomers and polymers found in living organisms is false?
A. Cells typically make all of their macromolecules from a set of 40-50 common monomers and a few other ingredients that are rare.
B. The monomers used to make polymers are essentially universal.
C. Monomers serve as building blocks for polymers.
D. Monomers are joined together by the process of hydrolysis.
Answer:D
Which of the following statements about the monomers and polymers found in living organisms is false?
A. Cells typically make all of their macromolecules from a set of 40-50 common monomers and a few other ingredients that are rare. B. The monomers used to make polymers are essentially universal. C. Monomers serve as building blocks for polymers. D. Monomers are joined together by the process of hydrolysis.