Cellulose is formed by the condensation of β-glucose
Cellulose is a large carbohydrate made by joining many β-glucose molecules together. Each join releases a water molecule in a condensation reaction.
Real World
The crispness of a raw carrot comes from cellulose cell walls; cooking softens it by disrupting the hydrogen bonds between cellulose microfibrils without breaking the glycosidic bonds.
Exam Focus
State that alternate β-glucose monomers are rotated 180° — this structural point explains straight chains and is a common mark-scheme requirement.
Evaluation Scaffold
A four-step framework for high-quality evaluation. Use this for 'assess', 'evaluate', and 'to what extent' questions.
How well did you know this?