The complex polysaccharide 'Chitin' is found in the exoskeletons of arthropods. It is a homopolymer of:
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Correct answer: N-acetyl glucosamine
Chitin is a modified polysaccharide containing nitrogen. It is made of repeating units of N-acetyl glucosamine (NAG) linked by beta-1,4-glycosidic bonds, providing structural support in fungi and arthropods.
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