The monomers of organic compounds join together by a chemical reaction know as dehydration synthesis to make polymers. The reverse reaction of breaking up polymers is accomplished by another chemical reaction known as hydrolysis. The following animation's illustrate these reactions
Generalized Reaction of Dehydration Synthesis and Hydrolysis
Carbohydrate Metabolism
Dehydration Synthesis and Hydrolysis are Reversible
Glucose + Fructose Sucrose + H2O
Protein Metabolism
Generalized Reaction of Dehydration Synthesis and Hydrolysis
Carbohydrate Metabolism
Dehydration Synthesis and Hydrolysis are ReversibleGlucose + Fructose Sucrose + H2O
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