Question

a chemical reaction occurs when the bonds in a compound are broken apart by the addition of water. which of the following best characterizes this reaction? a.) dehydration synthesis b.) hydrophobic c.) organic d.) hydrolysis

Explanation:

• Dehydration Synthesis: Removes water to form bonds, opposite of the described reaction.
• Hydrophobic: Refers to substances that repel water, not a reaction type.
• Organic: Describes compounds with carbon, not a reaction.
• Hydrolysis: Uses water to break bonds, which matches the description.

Answer:

d. Hydrolysis