Practice problem
Chemical Reaction — Definition & Overview
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Hydrolysis of maltose
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The reaction above shows the formation of two glucose molecules from one molecule of maltose. One molecule of water is removed from maltose, causing it to break down into the two smaller sugars.
Which statement below is true?