A condensation reaction is a chemical reaction in which two molecules combine to form a larger molecule, with the simultaneous loss of a small molecule such as water or ammonia.
Glucose is a simple sugar that is the primary source of energy for most living organisms. It is a monosaccharide and has the chemical formula C6H12O6.
A condensation reaction involving two glucose molecules results in the formation of a disaccharide called maltose. This reaction involves the removal of a water molecule, causing the two glucose molecules to bond together.
Enzymes are catalysts that speed up the rate of chemical reactions. In condensation reactions involving glucose, enzymes help to break down larger molecules into smaller ones, and also facilitate the joining of smaller molecules to form larger ones.
Some common examples of condensation reactions involving glucose include the formation of sucrose from glucose and fructose, the formation of lactose from glucose and galactose, and the formation of glycogen from glucose molecules.