Polysaccharide May 2026

Can be linear (straight chains like cellulose) or branched (complex side chains like amylopectin or glycogen).

Composed of two or more different monomer units (e.g., hyaluronic acid, pectin, agar). polysaccharide

Composed of a single type of sugar monomer (e.g., starch, glycogen, cellulose). Can be linear (straight chains like cellulose) or

Polysaccharides are categorized based on their sugar composition and molecular structure: polysaccharide