Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A small molecule that can join together with other similar molecules to create a larger structure called a polymer.

Example: Glucose is a common monomer that can link together to form starch.

Definition: Referring to a structure or substance that consists of a single unit or component, often used in the context of genetics or biochemistry.

Example: The monomeric form of the protein is essential for its function.

Definition: Made up of only one type of metal.

Example: The engineer designed a monometallic structure for better durability.

Definition: Relating to or made up of a single molecule, often referring to a layer that is only one molecule thick.

Example: The researchers studied a monomolecular layer to understand its properties better.

Definition: In a way that relates to a single molecule or involves only one molecule.

Example: The reaction occurred monomolecularly, meaning it involved only one type of molecule.

Definition: Made up of just one basic unit of meaning, which cannot be broken down into smaller parts.

Example: The word 'cat' is monomorphemic because it cannot be divided into smaller meaningful parts.

Definition: Referring to something that exists in only one form or structure, without variation.

Example: The species is monomorphic, meaning all individuals have the same physical characteristics.

Definition: A type of mapping in mathematics where each element of one set is paired with a unique element of another set, ensuring that no two elements from the first set map to the same element in the second set.

Example: In algebra, a monomorphism is used to demonstrate that a structure can be embedded into another without losing its properties.

Definition: Referring to a type of cell that contains only one nucleus.

Example: A mononuclear cell is essential for the immune response.

Definition: Describing a cell that contains only one nucleus.

Example: The mononucleate cells are important for studying certain types of tissue regeneration.