When two glucose (C6H12O6) molecules are combined to form a molecule of maltose (C12H22O11), the formula of maltose is not C12H24O12 because:
Correct answer: C. Dehydration synthesis takes place
- A. Hydrolysis takes place
- B. Transpiration takes place
- C. Dehydration synthesis takes place
- D. Water is added
Explanation
Dehydration synthesis involves removing a water molecule to join two molecules, which is why the formula of maltose is C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁.
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