Polysaccharides Flashcards
1
Q
What are polysaccharides?
A
Polymers containing many monosaccharides, linked by glycosidic bonds
2
Q
How are polysaccharides formed?
A
By a condensation reaction
3
Q
Give an example of a polysaccharide
A
- starch
- cellulose
- glycogen
4
Q
What is cellulose?
A
The fluid inside of a plant cell wall (main part of plant cell walls) which is a polysaccharide
5
Q
What does cellulose do?
A
prevents cells from bursting when they take in excess water
- protect the cell
6
Q
What is cellulose made up of?
A
Long chains of beta glucose molecules joined by a beta 1-4 glycosidic bond
7
Q
What is glycogen’s function?
A
An animal’s glucose storage
8
Q
What is the function of cellulose?
A
Strength and support of cell wall
9
Q
What is the function of starch?
A
Storage of glucose in plants
