The breakdown of large molecules by the enzymes and with the addition of water is what kind of reaction?
A) oxidation
B) reduction
C) condensation
D) hydrolysis
E) decarboxylation

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Hydrolysis is the breakdown of large molecules by the addition of water, catalyzed by enzymes. This process involves breaking the chemical bond between the molecule and a water molecule, resulting in two smaller molecules. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer.

The Breakdown of Large Molecules by the Enzymes and with the Addition