Why Are Polymerization Reactions Endergonic

question 31

Multiple Choice

Why are polymerization reactions endergonic?

• A)They reduce entropy.
• B)They release heat,making the reactant monomers move faster.
• C)Because the condensation and hydrolysis reactions are equally spontaneous.
• D)Because polymers are energetically more stable and have lower potential energy than monomers do.

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