Question

q2(in class quiz)
1 multiple choice 1 point
which of the following best describes a hydrolysis reaction?
water is released during bond formation
any reaction that breaks bonds
two monomers are joined
water is used to break a bond

Explanation:

Hydrolysis is a chemical reaction where water is used to break a chemical bond. In contrast, water is released during dehydration - synthesis reactions when monomers are joined to form polymers. Breaking bonds in general is not specific enough to define hydrolysis.

Answer:

Water is used to break a bond