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while the reaction called ____ breaks down molecules, the reaction called ____ assembles larger molecules.
o hydrolysis; dehydration synthesis
o dehydration synthesis; hydrolysis

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Explanation:

Hydrolysis is a reaction that uses water to break down molecules into smaller components. Dehydration synthesis is a reaction that removes water to assemble smaller molecules into larger ones.

Answer:

A. hydrolysis; dehydration synthesis