Multiple choice

The condensation reaction is concerned with the synthesis of _______ with the removal of water molecule.

  1. mono-saccharides

  2. poly-saccharides

  3. oligo-saccharides

  4. di-saccharides

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Di-saccharides are carbohydrates that are created when two mono-saccharides are joined. The creation of a di-saccharide involves the union of two mono-saccharides that undergo a process in which a water molecule is removed as part of the union. Like the two mono-saccharides that combine to form a single di-saccharide. The carbohydrate is sweet in taste and tends to dissolve in water with relative ease. The process whereby di-saccharides are created is known as dehydration synthesis or condensation reaction.

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