In a Dehydration Synthesis Reaction

Question

In a dehydration synthesis reaction:
A) hydrogen and oxygen are removed from the reactants
B) water is added to the reactants
C) water is broken down into hydrogen and oxygen
D) both a and c above

Accepted Answer

Dehydration synthesis involves the removal of water molecules from the reactants in order to form a new compound. Therefore, option A is the correct choice as it describes the removal of hydrogen and oxygen from the reactants. Option B is incorrect because it suggests that water is added, which is opposite to what happens in a dehydration synthesis reaction. Option C is also incorrect as it suggests that water is broken down into hydrogen and oxygen, which is not the case in a dehydration synthesis reaction.