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The breakdown of a polysaccharide into monosaccharides is an example of _____.

synthesis
decomposition
exchange
reversible

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Answer: Decomposition

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Decomposition. Chemical decomposition refers to the breakdown or separation of a complex compound into a much simpler compound or elements. It could also mean a breakdown of one phase into two or more phases.
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