Which of the following sugars is commonly referred to as cellulose?
A)(1→4)-α-D-mannopyranan
B)(1→4)-β-D-glucopyranan
C)(1→6)-α-D-mannopyranan
D)(1→6)-α-D-glucopyranan

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Cellulose is a linear polymer consisting of repeating units of (1→4)-β-D-glucopyranan, making B the correct choice. A is a type of mannose sugar, but not cellulose. C and D are both types of branched mannose and glucose sugars, respectively, but not cellulose.

Which of the Following Sugars Is Commonly Referred to as Cellulose