Amylopectin is composed of:

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Structure of Amylopectin:

Amylopectin is the branched component of starch (~80% of starch).

| Feature | Amylopectin |
|---|---|
| Monomer | -D-glucose |
| Main chain linkage | -1,4 glycosidic bond (C₁–C₄) |
| Branch point linkage | -1,6 glycosidic bond (C₁–C₆) |
| Branching frequency | Every 24–30 glucose units |
| Molecular weight | Very high (10⁶–10⁸ Da) |

Comparison with amylose:
- Amylose: -D-glucose, only -1,4 linkages (linear)
- Amylopectin: -D-glucose, -1,4 (main chain) + -1,6 (branche

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