Chemistry · Biomolecules - Carbohydrates
Which statement best explains why glycogen is more efficient for rapid energy storage and release than starch in animals?
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- 1It is highly soluble in water due to cellulose-like structure
- 2It contains β-linkages making it highly stable
- 3It has frequent α-1,6 branching which increases terminal non-reducing ends for rapid enzymatic cleavage✓
- 4It is unbranched and compact
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It has frequent α-1,6 branching which increases terminal non-reducing ends for rapid enzymatic cleavage
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