« previous next »

Author Question: A solution of starch at room temperature does not readily decompose to form a so (Read 835 times)

Hawke

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 679
on: Jun 10, 2013
A solution of starch at room temperature does not readily decompose to form a solution of simple sugars because
A) the starch solution has less free energy than the sugar solution.
B) the hydrolysis of starch to sugar is endergonic.
C) the activation energy barrier for this reaction cannot be surmounted.
D) starch cannot be hydrolyzed in the presence of so much water.
E) starch hydrolysis is nonspontaneous.


coco

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 739
Reply #1 on: Jun 11, 2013
Try C. I remember this question on my exam.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Amphetamine poisoning can cause intravascular coagulation, circulatory collapse, rhabdomyolysis, ischemic colitis, acute psychosis, hyperthermia, respiratory distress syndrome, and pericarditis.

Did you know?

The top 10 most important tips that will help you grow old gracefully include (1) quit smoking, (2) keep your weight down, (3) take supplements, (4) skip a meal each day or fast 1 day per week, (5) get a pet, (6) get medical help for chronic pain, (7) walk regularly, (8) reduce arguments, (9) put live plants in your living space, and (10) do some weight training.

Did you know?

According to research, pregnant women tend to eat more if carrying a baby boy. Male fetuses may secrete a chemical that stimulates their mothers to step up her energy intake.

Did you know?

Not getting enough sleep can greatly weaken the immune system. Lack of sleep makes you more likely to catch a cold, or more difficult to fight off an infection.

Did you know?

No drugs are available to relieve parathyroid disease. Parathyroid disease is caused by a parathyroid tumor, and it needs to be removed by surgery.

An electrocardiogram (ECG, EKG) is a commonly used procedure in which the electrical events associat An electrocardiogram (ECG, EKG) is a commonly used procedure in which the electrical events associat
Embryonic cells form the placenta Embryonic cells form the placenta
Typical Examination Room Equipment and Supplies Typical Examination Room Equipment and Supplies
Math Solution Math Solution
5-4 The relationship between vapor pressure and temperature—in this case for water. As the ... 5-4 The relationship between vapor pressure and temperature—in this case for water. As the ...
How to quickly determine the maximum or minimum value of a quadratic equation in standard form How to quickly determine the maximum or minimum value of a quadratic equation in standard form
Video: Mitochondrial Structure & ETC Protein Complexes (Protein Complexes and Electron Transport)

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library