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Amylopectin molecule

Amylopectin. Computer-generated molecular model of amylopectin. Amylopectin is composed of carbon (green), hydrogen (grey/white) and oxygen (red). Amylopectin is a polysaccharide that is a component of starch. It makes up 70-80% of the carbohydrate. Saccharides consist of rings of four or five carbon atoms and one oxygen atom. Attached around the ring are hydroxyl (OH) groups. Polysaccharides comprise hundreds of monosaccharide units joined in chains. Amylopectin is formed from units of the monosaccharide glucose. The chains branch, forming the basis of the structure of starch granules

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Atom Branching Carbohydrate Compound Computer Glucose Graphic Hydroxyl Groups Organic Polymer Polysaccharide Saccharide Starch Stick Structural Tube Bio Chemistry Biochemical Molecular


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This print showcases a computer-generated molecular model of the Amylopectin molecule, an essential component of starch. The intricate structure is composed of carbon atoms depicted in vibrant green, hydrogen atoms in subtle grey/white shades, and oxygen atoms represented by striking red hues. Amylopectin, a polysaccharide found abundantly in carbohydrates, constitutes 70-80% of this vital nutrient. Saccharides form rings with four or five carbon atoms and one oxygen atom while being adorned with hydroxyl (OH) groups around the ring. Polysaccharides are formed by linking hundreds of monosaccharide units together to create long chains. Derived from glucose monosaccharide units, Amylopectin exhibits branching patterns that serve as the foundation for starch granule structures. This remarkable artwork captures the complexity and beauty inherent within biochemical compounds. The image not only provides a visual representation but also serves as an educational tool for understanding biochemistry at its core. It highlights the significance of molecules like Amylopectin in our daily lives through their role in food production and consumption. Science Photo Library has expertly crafted this illustration using advanced computer graphics techniques to portray the structural intricacies of this organic compound accurately. This stunning piece exemplifies how art can merge seamlessly with science to enhance our comprehension and appreciation for these fundamental building blocks of life itself.

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