Biology Biomolecules UHS 2024
PMDC Verified Question 16 of 142
Which of the following process is involved in breakdown of protein into Amino acids?
A
Condensation
B
Hydrolysis
C
Glycolysis
D
Fixation
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option B: Hydrolysis
Concept:

Biological polymers are cleaved via the forced enzymatic introduction of a water molecule.

Solution:

  • To digest a massive protein down into its individual, absorbable amino acid building blocks, the tough covalent peptide bonds must be broken.


  • This is accomplished exclusively through Hydrolysis (hydro = water, lysis = split).


  • A single water molecule is split and forced into the peptide bond, breaking it and capping the ends of the resulting amino acids to satisfy their valency.


Why other options are incorrect:

  • Condensation: The reverse process; builds the protein by removing water.


  • Glycolysis: Breakdown of glucose for energy.


  • Fixation: Converting inorganic gases into organic matter.

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