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The removal of a water molecule to form a maltose molecule from two glucose units is an example of a

A. Hydrolytic cleavage
B. Condensation reaction
C. Redox reaction
D. Ionic interaction

📝 Explanation

Condensation (or dehydration synthesis) is the anabolic process where monomers are covalently bonded together with the simultaneous removal of a water molecule. This is the fundamental mechanism for polymer formation. Hydrolysis is the reverse, catabolic process.

📖 Additional Information

  • Hydrolytic cleavage
  • Condensation reaction
  • Redox reaction
  • Ionic interaction

Condensation (or dehydration synthesis) is the anabolic process where monomers are covalently bonded together with the simultaneous removal of a water molecule. This is the fundamental mechanism for polymer formation. Hydrolysis is the reverse, catabolic process.

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