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b) Both starch and cellulose are polymers made up of glucose molecules. They are found in plants but serve different functions in the plant. In no more than 200 words: i) identify the function of starch and cellulose in plants. ii) explain how glucose is able to form these compounds. iii) relate the structures you have described above to their function(s).

          b) Both starch and cellulose are polymers made up of glucose molecules. They are found in plants but serve different functions in the plant.
In no more than 200 words:
i) identify the function of starch and cellulose in plants.
ii) explain how glucose is able to form these compounds.
iii) relate the structures you have described above to their function(s).

b) Both starch and cellulose are polymers made up of glucose molecules. They are found in plants but serve different functions in the plant.
In no more than 200 words:
i) identify the function of starch and cellulose in plants.
ii) explain how glucose is able to form these compounds.
iii) relate the structures you have described above to their function(s).

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Biology for AP Courses

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09/29/2022

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It is classified as amylopectin, which is easily digestible and provides a quick source of energy for the plant. Show more…

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Both starch and cellulose are polymers made up of glucose molecules. They are found in plants but serve different functions in the plant: In no more than 200 words: identify the function of starch and cellulose in plants, explain how glucose is able to form these compounds, relate the structures you have described above to their function(s). TOTAL 12 marks