For this pair of items, choose the option that best describes their relationship. (A)The number of alpha glucose 1-4 linkages in cellulose
(B)The number of alpha glucose 1-4 linkages in starch

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Cellulose contains more alpha glucose 1-4 linkages compared to starch. Cellulose is composed of long, linear chains of glucose molecules linked through 1-4 alpha glycosidic bonds, which form a straight and rigid structure, while starch is composed of both linear and branched chains of glucose molecules linked through 1-4 alpha glycosidic bonds, which form a more compact and spherical structure. Therefore, item (A) is less than item (B).

For This Pair of Items, Choose the Option That Best