SUMMARY
The molecular weight of a polymer formed from 5 glucose monomers (C6H12O6) is approximately 828 g/mol. When two glucose molecules bond to form a disaccharide, the process involves the condensation of water molecules, which necessitates subtracting the molar mass of water (18 g/mol) from the total weight. Therefore, the correct answer to the molecular weight calculation is B (828 g/mol), not D (900 g/mol). This discussion clarifies the importance of accounting for water loss during polymer formation.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of molecular weight calculations
- Knowledge of glucose chemistry and its structure
- Familiarity with polymerization processes
- Basic concepts of disaccharides and condensation reactions
NEXT STEPS
- Research the molecular weight of common polysaccharides
- Learn about the process of condensation polymerization
- Explore the properties and applications of cellulose
- Study the differences between monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides
USEFUL FOR
Chemistry students, biochemists, and professionals involved in polymer science or carbohydrate chemistry will benefit from this discussion.