BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

CARBOHYDRATES

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which of the following correctly pairs the molecule to its function?

A	Glucose:Exterior structure in animals (exoskeletons).
B	Glycogen:Energy storage in animals
C	Starch:provides quick energy
D	Chitin:Energy storage in plants

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Glycogen is a branched polymer of glucose and serves as energy storage in animals.

Detailed explanation-2: -In animals, the excess glucose is stored in the form of glycogen, which is synthesised and stored mainly in liver and muscles. Glycogen consists of long polymeric chains of glucose units connected by an alpha acetal linkage.

Detailed explanation-3: -Glycogen is a polysaccharide that serves as a form of stored energy in animals and fungi.

Detailed explanation-4: -Glycogen is a homopolysaccharide found in the liver and muscles of animals, where it is used to store energy. Chemically, glycogen is related to starch and closely resembles amylopectin.

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