Question

Write a note on starch.

Answer 1

1. It is an ∝ - D - glucose polymer. Amylase (15- 20%) and Amylopectin (80-85%) are the two components.
2. Amy loss is made up of ∝ - 1, 4 -  glycosidic linkage.
3. Amylopectin has ∝- 1,6 - glycosidic linkage as well as ∝- 1,4 - glycosidic linkage.
4. It stores glucose and is a source of energy.