In glycogen, what kind of linkage is found between adjacent glucose molecules?
Correct answer: C. Both 1,4 and 1,6
- A. 1,4
- B. 1,6
- C. Both 1,4 and 1,6
- D. 1,2
Explanation
Glycogen is a highly branched polysaccharide that serves as a form of energy storage in animals and fungi. It is composed of glucose molecules linked together primarily by 1,4-glycosidic bonds, which form the linear chains. Additionally, 1,6-glycosidic bonds are present at the branch points, occurring approximately every 10 glucose units along the linear chain. Therefore, glycogen contains both types of linkages. Options A and B highlight only one type of linkage each, which is incorrect, and Option D refers to a linkage not found in glycogen. The correct answer is Option C: 'Both.'
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