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Question

Based on the roots mono-, di-, and poly- and the suffix -saccharide, which of the following correctly interprets the term 'polysaccharide'?

Accepted Answer

A molecule made of many sugar units (many saccharide units linked together).

Answer

A sugar derivative that is chemically unrelated to monosaccharides but shares the -saccharide nomenclature for historical reasons.

Answer

A single sugar unit that cannot be broken down any further by digestive enzymes and therefore is indigestible.

Answer

A molecule made of two sugar units that tastes sweet in plant-based foods.