Match the fiber with an appropriate description.
-gum
A) The main noncarbohydrate component of fiber and a three-dimensional polymer of phenol.Found in carrots,berries,and wheat,and insoluble in water.
B) A hydrocolloid composed of sugar and sugar derivatives commonly used as a food additive that is secreted from plant injuries or can also be found in oats,barley,and legumes.
C) A long linear polymer that provides structure to the cell wall.Found in bran,legumes,root vegetables,and apples.
D) Contains a number of sugars in its backbone and side chains.Some are water soluble and some are insoluble; found in bran and whole grains.
E) A group of polysaccharides with galacturonic acid as a primary constituent.It is soluble and gel forming; plentiful in many fruits.
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