In this scenario, what is the most likely procedure beer makers use to produce alcohol from starchy grains?
A. The starch is converted into a polymer of many glucose molecules before being used.
B. Water is used to break the bonds between glucose subunits in the starch, in a form of dehydration synthesis.
C. The starch is broken down into mono- and/or disaccharides before use.
D. The starch is converted into glycogen, which is easier for the yeast to digest.
Answer:C
In this scenario, what is the most likely procedure beer makers use to produce alcohol from starchy grains?
A. The starch is converted into a polymer of many glucose molecules before being used. B. Water is used to break the bonds between glucose subunits in the starch, in a form of dehydration synthesis. C. The starch is broken down into mono- and/or disaccharides before use. D. The starch is converted into glycogen, which is easier for the yeast to digest.