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Keratin sulfate is an important component of the cornea of the eye. Following is the repeating unit of this acidic polysaccharide.

(a) From what monosaccharides or derivatives of monosaccharides is keratin sulfate made?

(b) Describe the glycosidic bond in this repeating disaccharide unit.

(c) What is the net charge on this repeating disaccharide unit at pH 7.0?

 

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