Difference between condensation and hydrolysis reaction
| Property | Condensation Reaction | Hydrolysis Reaction |
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| Definition | Joining of two molecules with the formation of a covalent bond, resulting in the release of a water molecule | Breaking down of a molecule into two smaller molecules with the addition of a water molecule |
| Also known as | Dehydration synthesis | Hydrolytic cleavage |
| Type of reaction | Anabolic (building up) | Catabolic (breaking down) |
| Energy | Requires energy | Releases energy |
| Water | Water is removed | Water is added |
| Example | Formation of a peptide bond between amino acids | Breakdown of a peptide bond into amino acids |
| Occurrence | Occurs in the synthesis of macromolecules like proteins, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids | Occurs in the digestion of macromolecules into their constituent monomers |
| Reaction direction | Goes from smaller molecules to larger molecules | Goes from larger molecules to smaller molecules |
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