Inulin found in some plant cells is

Protein

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Polysaccharide

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Lipid

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Vitamin

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Solution

The correct option is C Polysaccharide
Inulin is a polysaccharide which is mainly present in the plants. It is mainly found in the roots and rhizomes. It is included in the dietary fibers known as fructans. It is a polymer of fructose. The beta 2,1 linkage between fructose monomers. The monomeric chain is terminated by alpha glucose by forming alpha 1,2 linkage with fructose.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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