amylopectin

/ˌæmɪloʊˈpɛktɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A branched, soluble starch found in many plants, consisting of a long chain of glucose molecules.

“The amylopectin in the potatoes was broken down during cooking, resulting in a thick sauce.”

Synonyms

  • glycogen
  • starch

Antonyms

  • cellulose