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Why do polysaccharides have more energy than a disaccharide?

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While monosaccharides such as glucose provide short-term energy, polysaccharides provide longer storage of energy. Cells use monosaccharides quickly. The molecules can bond to cell membrane lipids and aid in signaling.

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