Chemistry-Carbohydrates
NEET Chemistry Carbohydrates MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12
What is the primary component of cellulose?
A
b-D-glucose units
B
a-D-glucose units
C
fructose units
D
galactose units
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Cellulose is composed exclusively of b-D-glucose units, which are connected by glycosidic linkages. This is stated in the NCERT context where cellulose is described as a polysaccharide made of these specific glucose units.
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