Homework: Dehydration synthesis and Hydrolysis

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What type of reaction is hydrolysis?

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Hydrolysis is a chemical reaction where water is added to break down a compound into smaller molecules.

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What type of reaction is dehydration synthesis?

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Dehydration synthesis is a chemical reaction where water is released to bond two molecules together, forming a larger compound.

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What type of bonds does carbon form with other atoms?

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Carbon forms covalent bonds by sharing electrons with other elements.

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What is a polymer?

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A polymer is a large molecule made up of many repeating units called monomers.

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What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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C6H12O6 is the chemical formula for glucose.

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What is the role of water in hydrolysis?

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In hydrolysis, water is used to break the bonds between monomers in a polymer.

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What is the role of water in dehydration synthesis?

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In dehydration synthesis, water is produced as a byproduct when two monomers bond together.

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What is a monomer?

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A monomer is a small, single molecule that can join together with other monomers to form a polymer.

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Give an example of a polymer.

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An example of a polymer is glycogen, which is made up of many glucose monomers.

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What is the difference between hydrolysis and dehydration synthesis?

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Hydrolysis involves breaking down molecules with the addition of water, while dehydration synthesis involves building molecules by removing water.