Question

a chemical reaction wherein two molecules combine to form one larger product is called _____. select one o a. hydrolysis o b. absorption o c. peristalsis o d. condensation o e. segmentation

Explanation:

We analyze each option:

• Option A (Hydrolysis): Involves breaking down molecules with water, not combining. Eliminate.
• Option B (Absorption): Is a process of taking in substances, not a chemical reaction for combining molecules. Eliminate.
• Option C (Peristalsis): Is a muscular movement in the digestive tract, not a chemical reaction. Eliminate.
• Option D (Condensation): In chemistry, a condensation reaction is when two molecules combine to form a larger one, often with a small molecule (like water) released. This matches the description.
• Option E (Segmentation): Is a type of muscle contraction in digestion, not a chemical reaction. Eliminate.

Answer:

D. Condensation