Write the name of the fraction that constitutes 80% of starch and is water insoluble.

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Solution

Starch is classified into two types based on structure
(i) linear and helical Amylase
(ii) branched Amylopectin
Amylose consists of 20% of starch which is water soluble and Amylopectin consist of 80% of starch which is water insoluble.

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