What Substance is Removed During a Condensation Reaction

Question

What substance is removed during a condensation reaction?
A) water
B) a dimer
C) a polymer
D) a hydrocarbon
E) a carboxyl group

Accepted Answer

In a condensation reaction, two molecules combine to form a larger molecule, with the elimination of a smaller molecule, which is often water. This process is common in the formation of polymers.