How Do Glycosidic Bonds Affect Carbohydrate Structure?
The type of glycosidic bond affects the structure and function of the resulting carbohydrate. For instance, an α(1→4) glycosidic bond in starch leads to a helical structure, whereas a β(1→4) bond in cellulose results in a linear, fibrous structure. This structural difference influences how these polysaccharides are metabolized and utilized in biological systems.
