Cellulose
A)is broken down into disaccharides.
B)is the storage form of carbohydrates in animals.
C)is dietary fiber that cannot be digested by humans.
D)is an enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates.

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Cellulose is a type of dietary fiber that cannot be digested by humans, as we lack the enzyme necessary to break down the beta bonds that hold its glucose molecules together. Instead, cellulose passes through the digestive system largely intact and helps to regulate digestion and promote bowel regularity.