Biomolecules and Chemistry in Everyday Life 1 Question 1
1. Which of the given statements is incorrect about glycogen? (2019 Main, 12 April II)
(a) It is straight chain polymer similar to amylose
(b) Only $\alpha$-linkages are present in the molecule
(c) It is present in animal cells
(d) It is present in some yeast and fungi
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Solution:
- Statement (a) is incorrect. Glycogen is not a straight chain polymer similar to amylose. It is highly branched structure similar to amylopectin. It is known to be the storage material of animals. It is found in liver, muscles and brain. It breaks down to glucose by the action of enzymes when body needs a glucose. It is also found in yeast and fungi.
