Which of the following is a synthesis reaction?
A) Two amino acids are bonded together to form a dipeptide.
B) Sucrose is chemically separated to form one molecule of glucose and one molecule of fructose.
C) Sodium chloride is dissolved in water.
D) Several dipeptide chains are formed from digestion of a long polypeptide chain.
E) ATP is converted to ADP.

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In a synthesis reaction, two or more substances combine to form a new compound. When two amino acids bond together to form a dipeptide, it is a classic example of a synthesis reaction, as smaller molecules (amino acids) are combining to form a larger molecule (dipeptide).

Which of the Following Is a Synthesis Reaction