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Select the correct statement(s) for polysaccharides.

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A polysaccharide is a branched or unbranched polymer of monosaccharides.
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Many polysaccharides are sweet and are micromolecules .
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Polysaccharides are insoluble in water and significant in storage and structural purposes.
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Polysaccharides are formed by glycosidic linkages of the monosaccharide units.
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Solution

The correct option is D Polysaccharides are formed by glycosidic linkages of the monosaccharide units.
Polysaccharides or carbohydrates are the main source of energy. They are tasteless macromolecules. A polysaccharide is a branched or unbranched polymer of monosaccharides linked by glycosidic bonds. They are insoluble in water and used in storage and structural purposes.

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