Each of the following is true about plant pectins except
A) pectins are long unbranched polymers.
B) pectins form the matrix in which cellulose microfibrils are embedded.
C) pectins bind adjacent cell walls together.
D) pectins trap and bind water molecules.
E) pectins have a gel-like consistency.
Answer: A
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