Polysaccharides Flashcards

1
Q

What makes a polysaccharide

A

When many disaccharides join together

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2
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What does polysaccharides do

A

Form a number of structural molecules

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3
Q

Why is a polysaccharides a good energy storage

A

Unable to diffuse out the cell
Compact shape so lots of glucose can be stored their
Insoluble in water
Easily hydrolysised into monosacchrides

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