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What is the primary structural difference between starch and cellulose?

Options

  1. AStarch has a linear structure, while cellulose has a branched structure.
  2. BStarch consists of glucose monomers, while cellulose consists of fructose monomers.
  3. CStarch is found in animals, while cellulose is found in plants.
  4. DStarch has an alpha glucose linkage, while cellulose has a beta glucose linkage.

Correct answer

D. Starch has an alpha glucose linkage, while cellulose has a beta glucose linkage.

Step-by-step solution

The primary structural difference between starch and cellulose is the type of glucose linkage they have.

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