Chapter 10, Problem 87QRT

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for the fact that human can use glycogen but not cellulose for energy has to be stated.

Concept Introduction:

A large molecule formed by combining the multiple numbers of monosaccharides.is called polysaccharide.  These monosaccharides can be same, called as homo-polysaccharide or different called as hetero-polysaccharides.  A molecule with a straight chain is called linear polysaccharide and that with a branched-chain is called a branched polysaccharide.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for the fact that cows can digest cellulose has to be stated.

Concept Introduction:

Cellulose provides the structural component of plant cell walls.  The glycosidic linkage present in cellulose is $\text{β}\left(\text{1}\to 4\right)$ linkage.  Cellulose is widely used in the textile industry as a textile fiber.  Cellulose is present in the green plant which is used as an energy source for herbivorous.