Question

Amino acids react to form peptides and proteins. This process is known as

• A. addition polymerization
• B. nucleophilic substitution
• C. condensation polymerization
• D. hydration

Hint:

Condensation polymerization is the process where monomers join together, releasing a small molecule like water or methanol.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The process of amino acids reacting to form peptides and proteins is a type of condensation polymerization. In this process, a small molecule, such as water, is eliminated as the amino acids join together to form peptide bonds, resulting in the formation of proteins.

Step 1: Understand the process of protein formation.
Proteins are formed through a condensation reaction, where amino acids link together through peptide bonds, and water is eliminated.

Step 2: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct process is condensation polymerization.

Final Answer: \text{(C) condensation polymerization}