Polysaccharides are an important class of biological polymers. Their function in living organisms is usually performed one of two functions: energy storage or structural support. Starch and glycogen are highly compact polymers that are used for energy storage.
The main functions of polysaccharides are structural support, energy storage, and cellular communication. Examples of polysaccharides include cellulose, chitin, glycogen, starch, and hyaluronic acid.
