What types of reactions are involved in the synthesis and breakdown of carbohydrates? Flashcards
1
Q
Synthesis:
A
Dehydration reaction (removes water).
2
Q
Breakdown:
A
Hydrolysis reaction (adds water).
3
Q
Why are paper towels absorbent, but don’t break apart?
A
It is made of polysaccharides, which are polar and hydrophilic.
They absorb water but don’t dissolve due to their large size.
The principle behind paper towels – they attract water but do not dissolve in the water.
