Chemistry-Carbohydrates
NEET Chemistry Carbohydrates MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12
A diagram shows a straight chain polysaccharide composed of repeating units. The linkage between the units occurs at specific carbon atoms. Identify the polysaccharide and the type of glycosidic linkage shown.
A
Cellulose; beta-1,4-glycosidic linkage
B
Starch; alpha-1,4-glycosidic linkage
C
Glycogen; alpha-1,6-glycosidic linkage
D
Lactose; beta-1,4-glycosidic linkage
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Cellulose is a straight chain polysaccharide composed of b-D-glucose units joined by beta-1,4-glycosidic linkages, as described in the NCERT context.
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