When a sucrose molecule is decomposed to yield a glucose molecule and a fructose molecule,
A) dehydration synthesis occurs.
B) a water molecule is released.
C) a water molecule is used.
D) starch is consumed.

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The decomposition of sucrose into glucose and fructose is a hydrolysis reaction, which involves the use of a water molecule to break the glycosidic bond.

When a Sucrose Molecule Is Decomposed to Yield a Glucose