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Multiple Choice
At a conference, the speaker's grand finale was sautéing mealworms (insect larvae) in butter and serving them to the audience. They were crunchy (like popcorn hulls) because their exoskeletons contain the polysaccharide __________.
A
collagen
B
cellulose
C
palmitic acid
D
glycogen
E
chitin
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Understand that the problem is asking about the composition of insect exoskeletons, specifically the polysaccharide that makes them crunchy.
Recall that exoskeletons of insects are made of a tough, protective material.
Identify the polysaccharide that is known for providing structural support in the exoskeletons of arthropods, including insects.
Consider the options provided: collagen, cellulose, palmitic acid, glycogen, and chitin.
Recognize that chitin is the polysaccharide that forms the exoskeletons of insects, making them crunchy.