Question

An example of a polysaccharide found in animal cells that exists as a reservoir of available energy, stored in the chemical bonds linking glucose monomers, is ____________ .

Answer 1

Answer: Glycogen

An example of a polysaccharide found in animal cells that exists as a reservoir of available energy, stored in the chemical bonds linking glucose monomers, is glycogen.

Explanation:

Glycogen is the major reserve food in animal cells. It is stored in the liver and muscle of animals.

Glycogen is highly branched and consist of glucose units with α-1, 4-glycosidic linkage. When in need of energy the body stimulates the breakdown of glycogen to raise glucose levels for energy supply.