Glycogen is structurally similar to which of the following: a) Amylopectin b) Amylose c) Cellulose d) None of these

Glycogen is structurally similar to amylopectin. Both glycogen and amylopectin are polysaccharides that serve as energy storage in organisms. They are made up of glucose units linked together in a branched structure, which allows for quick mobilization of glucose when energy is needed.

Amylopectin is a component of starch and has a similar branched structure, consisting of α(1→4) linked glucose units with α(1→6) branches. Glycogen, found in animals, has even more frequent branching, making it more readily available for energy release. In contrast, amylose, another component of starch, is a linear chain of glucose units and cellulose consists of β(1→4) linked glucose units, which is used for structural purposes in plants. Thus, the correct answer is a) amylopectin.

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