In the context of organic chemistry reactions, what is the term used to describe the process where a molecule breaks apart into two or more smaller molecules?

Recognize that hydrolysis is a common reaction where water is used to break these bonds, resulting in smaller molecules.

Differentiate hydrolysis from other processes: Oxidation involves the loss of electrons, Reduction involves the gain of electrons, and Condensation involves the joining of molecules with the loss of a small molecule like water.