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Write the name of the polysaccharide used for the commercial preparation of glucose.

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Write the name of the polysaccharide used for the commercial preparation of glucose.

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Starch

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Chapter 14: Biomolecules - Very Short Answer Questions

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SCERT Maharashtra Chemistry [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 14 Biomolecules
Very Short Answer Questions | Q 1

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