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Branched chain structure is shown by...

Branched chain structure is shown by

A

Amylopectin

B

Cellulose

C

Amylose

D

Nylon

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To determine which biomolecule exhibits a branched chain structure, we will analyze the options provided in the context of their structural characteristics. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Options**: The question mentions amylopectin, cellulose, amylose, and nylon. We need to evaluate each of these to see if they exhibit a branched chain structure. 2. **Understanding Amylose**: - Amylose is a component of starch. - It has a straight chain structure composed of D-glucose units linked by α(1→4) glycosidic bonds. - Therefore, amylose does not have a branched structure. 3. **Understanding Amylopectin**: - Amylopectin is also a component of starch. - It has a branched structure due to the presence of α(1→4) glycosidic bonds for the straight chains and α(1→6) glycosidic bonds at the branching points. - This means that amylopectin does exhibit a branched chain structure. 4. **Understanding Cellulose**: - Cellulose is a polysaccharide made up of β(1→4) linked D-glucose units. - It forms a straight chain structure and does not have branches. - Thus, cellulose is not a branched structure. 5. **Understanding Nylon**: - Nylon is a synthetic polymer. - It is formed through the condensation of diamines and dicarboxylic acids, resulting in a linear structure. - Therefore, nylon does not exhibit branching. 6. **Conclusion**: - Among the options provided, only amylopectin shows a branched chain structure. ### Final Answer: The branched chain structure is shown by **amylopectin**.
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