Polysaccharides- cellulose Flashcards
1
Q
where is it found
A
in plants
2
Q
how is it formed and by hat glucose alpha or beta
A
its formed by hydrollsis of beta glucose
3
Q
in order to form a streight chain what must monomers do
A
rotate 180 degrees
4
Q
by the monomers rotating 180 degrees what does it allow the hydrogen molecules to be able to do
A
they can make many links with other hydrogen bonds therfor when they cross link they become stronger
5
Q
why is cellulose difficult to hydrolise
A
because they are insoluble
