Biology A-Level
branching and rapid hydrolysis
What branching and rapid hydrolysis means in Biology A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of branching and rapid hydrolysis
Check what you remember
Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain branching and rapid hydrolysis in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: AQA
Branch points create many terminal glucose units that hydrolytic enzymes can act on simultaneously, so glucose is released rapidly.
Topics that use branching and rapid hydrolysis
- Carbohydrates (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Acid hydrolysis of non-reducing sugars
- amylose and amylopectin
- beta-glucose polymer
- beta-glucose rotation
- condensation and water loss
- condensation of many glucose units
- glycosidic bond
- hydrogen bonds between chains
Using branching and rapid hydrolysis in the exam
Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.
Practise Biology questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
Start free
All Biology A-Level termsA week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge