Starch

Synonyms

Amylomaize Starch

Amylum

Cornstarch

Keoflo

Starch, Amylomaize

Any of a group of polysaccharides of the general formula (C6-H10-O5)n, composed of a long-chain polymer of glucose in the form of amylose and amylopectin. It is the chief storage form of energy reserve (carbohydrates) in plants.