two molecules or moieties combine to form one single molecule, together with the loss of a small molecule. When this small molecule is water, it is known as a dehydration reaction; other possible small molecules lost are hydrogen chloride, methanol, or acetic acid.
A dehydration synthesis reaction is best described as a chemical reaction in which small reactants combines to form larger molecules with loss of water.
Explanation:
When small molecules acts as reactants to form larger compounds with the loss of water molecules, we called this kind of reaction a "synthesis reaction". These reactions are typicall in biological systemas, when monomers combines to form polymers. For example, two aminoacids reacting to form a dimer, constitutes a synthesis reaction.
Use the pH color scale. It shows acidity level of both acids and bases. You dip one of the pH strips into whatever liquid you choose, and then compare the new color of the pH strip to the colors on the scale. This will tell you the level of acidity. pH scale can be found below. As you can see, the brighter colors are more acidic than the darker and duller colors.
