Question

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look at the following chemical reaction.
which could describe the chemical reaction that is shown?
a. dehydration of carbon dioxide
b. hydrolysis of protein
c. hydrolysis of fatty acids
d. dehydration of amino acids

Explanation:

The reaction shows two amino - acids joining together with the loss of a water molecule. Dehydration synthesis occurs when two molecules combine to form a larger molecule and release a water molecule. Amino acids form peptide bonds through dehydration synthesis. Hydrolysis reactions involve the addition of water to break bonds. Here, it's not hydrolysis as water is being removed, not added. Also, it's not related to carbon dioxide, protein hydrolysis, or fatty - acid hydrolysis.

Answer:

D. Dehydration of amino acids