Biomolecules Question 99

Question: Pectin is:

Options:

A) Monosaccharides

B) Homopolysaccharides

C) Mucopolysaccharides

D) Heteropolysaccharides

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

[b] Pectin are abundant in fruits, particularly in the citrus fruits like oranges and lemons.

They are homopolysaccharides present in the cell wall and in the intracellular substance.

They contain arabinose, galactose and galacturonic acid.