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Biomolecules in the Cell > Carbohydrates - Amylopectin

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Estimated time: 3 minutes
CBSE: Class 12

Key Points: Amylopectin

  • Constitutes 80–85% of starch; NOT soluble in water
  • Branched-chain polymer of α-D-glucose
  • Main chain: C₁–C₄ α-linkage; Branching: C₁–C₆ α-linkage
  • Branching occurs every 24–30 glucose units
  • The structure of glycogen is similar to amylopectin, but is more highly branched

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