Cellulose - carbohydrates

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What is the monomer needed to make cellulose
beta glucose
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Where are the glycosidic bonds formed
1:4
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What kind of chain does it form
STRAIGHT & UNBRANCHED
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Why is the chain STRAIGHT
the beta glucose alternates
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How are the crosslinks held together
H bonds
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What are the chains of crosslinks called
microfibres
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Whats the importance of microfibres
Each H bonds strengthes the plant
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Whats the importance of cellulose for plants
For a turgid state
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