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Floridean starch has structure similar to

1. Amylopectin and glycogen
2. Mannitol and algin
3. Laminarin and cellulose
4. Starch and cellulose

Correct answer: Amylopectin and glycogen

Solution

Floridean starch is a branched glucose polymer, so its architecture resembles other branched storage polysaccharides. Amylopectin and glycogen both have similar α-1,4 backbones with α-1,6 branch points, matching this pattern.

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