B1.1.5

Question 1

Define polysaccharide.

Answer 1

A polymer made up of multiple monosaccharides (e.g., starch, glycogen).

Question 2

Compare the structure and function of amylose

Answer 2

A linear polysaccharide found in plants. Used for energy storage

Question 3

Compare the structure and function of amylopectin

Answer 3

A branched polysaccharide found in plants. Used for energy storage.

Question 4

Compare the structure and function of glycogen.

Answer 4

A highly branched polysaccharide found in animals. Stored form og glucose that can provide rapid energy when needed.

Question 5

Discuss the benefit of polysaccharide coiling and branching during polymerization.

Answer 5

Coiling and branching increase the density and compactness of energy storage, making them easier to mobilize.

Question 6

Explain how condensation of alpha-glucose monomers build or mobilize energy stores.

Answer 6

Forms polysaccharides by linking glucose monomers.

Question 7

Explain how hydrolysis of alpha-glucose monomers build or mobilize energy stores.

Answer 7

Breaks down polysaccharides into glucose monomers for energy.