The Cell: A Molecular Approach

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Chapter 2: The Composition of Cells

Video 2.2  Starch

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Starch is a polymer that is used as an energy storage compound in animals and plants. It is a chain of glucose monomers that can be easily broken apart when needed. It is a branched compound, composed of glucose molecules held together primarily with α-1,4 glycosidic linkage. Branches are formed by α-1,6 glycosidic linkages. (2.1 MB)