Which modification occurs in beta-D-glucose to form N-acetylglucosamine (NAG)?

What is the significance of the beta configuration in chitin's glycosidic linkages?

If a scientist is studying a polysaccharide with beta-1,4 linkages and no branching, which polysaccharide are they most likely studying?

What structural advantage does chitin have due to its beta-1,4 glycosidic linkages?

Which organism is least likely to utilize chitin for structural purposes?

Explain why chitin is used in the exoskeletons of crustaceans.

How does the beta configuration in chitin's glycosidic linkages contribute to its role in nature?