Explain How It Is Possible That a Polysaccharide Molecule, Such

question 80

Essay

Explain how it is possible that a polysaccharide molecule, such as glycogen, may have only one reducing end, and yet have many nonreducing ends.

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Definitions:

Neander Valley

A valley in Germany where the first fossils of Neanderthals, an extinct species or subspecies of archaic humans, were discovered in the 19th century.

Prehensile Tail

A tail adapted for grasping or holding objects, found in some species of mammals, notably some monkeys.

Primate Suborder

A subdivision within the order Primates, which includes humans, apes, monkeys, and prosimians.

Prosimi

Commonly refers to a group of primates that includes lemurs, lorises, and tarsiers, often characterized by their more primitive features.