Polysaccharides

Polysaccharides (also called glycan) are carbohydrates that are made up of more than two monosaccharides.^[1] They may have a molecular structure that is either branched or linear. Examples for polysaccharides are glycogen, cellulose, pectins or chitin.^[2]

Poly, meaning many, and saccharide comprise this word.

See also[edit]

• Disaccharides
• Monosaccharides

References[edit]

1. ↑ Wile, Dr. Jay L. Exploring Creation With Biology. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998
2. ↑ polysaccharide, britannica.com