Question

according to the text, which molecule is known as a structural carbohydrate? a. cellulose b. starch c. sucrose d. glucose

Explanation:

To determine the structural carbohydrate, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Cellulose is a polysaccharide that provides structural support in plant cell walls, acting as a structural carbohydrate.
• Option B: Starch is a storage carbohydrate in plants, used for energy storage, not structural support.
• Option C: Sucrose is a disaccharide (table sugar) used for energy transport, not structural.
• Option D: Glucose is a monosaccharide (simple sugar) used for energy, not structural.

Answer:

A. Cellulose