The percentage amylose in starch is about
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Amylose makes up about 15-20% of starch and is responsible for its helical structure.
- 40-50 %
80-85 %
60-80 %
50-60 %
15-20 %
The Correct Option is
Solution and Explanation
Starch is a polysaccharide made up of glucose units and consists of two main components: amylose and amylopectin. Amylose is a linear polymer of glucose, while amylopectin has a branched structure. On average, amylose makes up about 15-20% of starch, while the remaining 80-85% is amylopectin.
Thus, the correct answer is \( \boxed{15-20\%} \), corresponding to option (E).
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