The Essence of Synthesis: Dehydration and Proteins

What is a dehydration reaction in the context of organic chemistry?

• A reaction where water is added to split a molecule

• A reaction where two molecules combine to form a larger molecule with the loss of water

• A reaction where a molecule is heated to remove water content

• A reaction where water is used as a catalyst

What is typically eliminated from the reactants during a dehydration reaction in protein synthesis?

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Water

• Hydrogen peroxide

Which of the following best describes the reactants in a dehydration reaction for protein synthesis?

• Monosaccharides

• Nucleotides

• Amino acids

• Glycerol and fatty acids

How many water molecules are released during the formation of a tripeptide from amino acids via dehydration reactions?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Water molecule is released and two amino acids bond together to form a larger molecule made up of two amino acids, this is called ..

• Dipeptides

• Tripeptides

• Tetrapeptides