Polysaccharides That Cannot Be Digested by Human Digestive Enzymes, and Therefore

question 27

Multiple Choice

Polysaccharides that cannot be digested by human digestive enzymes, and therefore cannot be absorbed, are called

• A) amylose.
• B) fiber.
• C) glycogen.
• D) starch.

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Definitions:

Receptor Molecules

Molecules on the surface of or within cells that bind to specific substances and trigger a specific cellular response.

Plasma Cells

A type of white blood cell that produces antibodies in response to an infection, thus playing a crucial role in the immune response.

Memory Cells

A type of lymphocyte that remains in the body for a long time after infection or vaccination, providing immunity by remembering the pathogen.