Polysaccharides

Polysaccharides (also called glycan) are carbohydrates that are made up of more than two monosaccharides. They may have a molecular structure that is either branched or linear. Examples for polysaccharides are glycogen, cellulose, pectins or chitin.

Poly, meaning many, and saccharide comprise this word.

See also

• Disaccharides
• Monosaccharides