Starch

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What is starch made out of
Alpha glucose chain
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Are these chains unbranched or branched
Both
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Whats the name of an unbranched chain in starch
Amylose
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Whats the properties of Amylose
CoOILED structure so that it is compact, which is needed for STORAGE. As it can FIT LOTS in a small space
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Whats the name of an branched chain in starch
Amylopectin
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Whats the properties of Amylopectin
It allows ENZYME to break molecule (breaking glycosidic bond) so it RELEASES GLUCOSE quicker
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Why is it important that starch is insoluble
Dowsnt affect WP, therefore, H20 is not drawn ( into / out of )cells by osmosis
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Where can you find starch
Animal and plant
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