Curdlan

Structure


Monomer sequence:


(→3)-ß-D-glucose(1→) [1].


3D architecture:


Curdlan is composed of a watersoluble fraction (Molecular weight >136,000) and an insoluble fraction (Molecular weight >159,000) [2]. Can form single and triple helices [3]. In gels are mainly composed of single helices, with the triple helices as cross-linkers [4].


2D structure:


Curdlan