Question

What are the main functions of polysaccharides in plants?

) A. Remove carbon and minerals
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B. Capture water and sunlight
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c. Provide support and energy
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D. Provide water and oxygen
SUBMIT

Answer 1

Provide support and energy

Step-by-step explanation:

Polysaccharides are made up of many monosaccharides the common types include starch, cellulose, glycogen, chitin and lignin. Starch is present as stored food in plant tissues and can be hydrolysed into monosaccharides to provide energy.

Cellulose and chitin are structural components. They give the plan cells their definite shape and the exoskeleton in arthropods respectively.