hydrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
hydrolysis
A
a reaction that causes the breakdown of larger molecules into smaller molecules by utilizing water
2
Q
polymers break down into _________. one part gains a _______ atom and the other a _________ molecule.
A
monomers, hydrogen, hydroxyl
3
Q
can be ________ by specific enzymes
A
catalyzed (sped up)
