N-acetylglucosamine is a monosaccharide and derivative of glucose. It is an amide between glucosamine and acetic acid. It has a molecular formula of C8H15NO6.
Chitin is a polysaccharide. It is an important component of the cell wall of fungi. It is a long chain polymer of N-acetylglucosamine. It is a modified form of glucose. The bond formed between the glucose molecule is known as glycosidic linkage.
So, the correct answer is option D.
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