Amylose Is a Polysaccharide with ________ Linkages

question 13

Multiple Choice

Amylose is a polysaccharide with ________ linkages.

• A)b-1,4'-glycosidic
• B)a-1,4'-glycosidic
• C)b-1,6'-glycosidic
• D)a-1,6'-glycosidic

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