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What Makes Something a Polysaccharide?

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Cellulose, a type of polysaccharide, is the most abundant organic molecule on Earth, forming the structural basis of all plants. This complex carbohydrate's massive scale and critical function underscore a defining trait of polysaccharides: they are large polymers of simple sugars built for specific biological purposes.