The Bonding of Two Amino Acid Molecules to Form a Larger

Question

The bonding of two amino acid molecules to form a larger molecule requires which of the following?
A)removal of a water molecule
B)addition of a water molecule
C)formation of a glycosidic bond
D)formation of a hydrogen bond
E)both removal of a water molecule and formation of a hydrogen bond

Accepted Answer

The bonding of two amino acid molecules to form a larger molecule is called peptide bond formation. This process requires the removal of a water molecule, a process known as dehydration synthesis or condensation reaction. The carboxyl group of one amino acid and the amino group of another amino acid react, releasing a molecule of water and forming a peptide bond between the two amino acids. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.