Question

question 38(multiple choice worth 3 points) (01 02a mc) polymers are formed via dehydration reactions by molecules. which of the following best describes a dehydration reaction? o assembling molecules in either carbonyl or carboxyl functional groups o assembling molecules in either hydroxyl or carboxyl functional groups o dissembling molecules in carboxyl functional groups o dissembling molecules in hydroxyl functional groups

Explanation:

Polymers are formed via dehydration reactions where molecules with either hydroxyl (-OH) or carboxyl (-COOH) functional groups react to form a covalent bond and release a water molecule. This is a key concept in organic chemistry.

Answer:

Assembling molecules in either hydroxyl or carboxyl functional groups