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Glucose is a singular unit of sugar, while starch is a chain of sugar. What is starch?

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Answer: Starch is a polysaccharide, or complex carbohydrate, composed of multiple glucose molecules linked together. It is a major source of energy for living organisms and can be found in a wide variety of plants and foods, including potatoes, rice, corn, wheat, and other grains.

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