The molecule shown below functions as a:

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The question is asking to identify the function of a specific molecule based on its structure, which is depicted in a diagram. The options given suggest potential roles of the molecule within biological systems.

Answer

Structural component of cell walls.

The molecule shown functions as a structural component of cell walls.

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The molecule shown functions as a structural component of cell walls.

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The molecule shown is cellulose, a polysaccharide responsible for providing structural support in cell walls, particularly in plants.

Tips

A common mistake is to confuse this molecule with others such as starch or glycogen which also have similar ring structures.

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