Structure of Cellulose

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What molecule is cellulose composed of?

Beta glucose molecules.

<p>Beta glucose molecules.</p>
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How are the glucose molecules in cellulose linked together?

By 1 - 4 glycosidic bonds.

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What causes the alternating orientation of glucose molecules in cellulose?
The orientation is due to the positioning of OH groups on the glucose molecules.
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What structural feature does cellulose form?

Forms a straight chain structure.

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How do cellulose chains interact with each other?
Parallel chains are cross-linked with hydrogen bonds, forming bundles of microfibrils.
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What is the primary function of microfibrils in plant cells?

Provide strong and rigid tensile strength to plant cells, preventing them from bursting under high pressure.