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To relate: The structure of polysaccharides to their functions.

Introduction: Carbohydrates are organic compounds which comprise of sugars as well as starches. Carbohydrates offer much of the energy that is needed for the cells. These molecules form the building blocks of various structures and are frequently stored in the form of reserve energy.

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