Amylopectin is composed of:
Biomolecules · Class 12 · JEE Main Previous Year Question
Amylopectin is composed of:
- a✓
and linkages
- b
and linkages
- c
and linkages
- d
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Step 1: Amylopectin Definition — Amylopectin is the branched component of starch, composed of thousands of units.
Step 2: Linkage and Branching — Linear parts of the molecule are connected by bonds. Branch points are established by bonds.
Step 3: Final Selection — The correct combination matches option (a).
Key Point: Comparison: Amylose is linear ( only), while amylopectin and glycogen are branched ( and ).
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