What isMonomer of agar agar?

Agar agar is a polysaccharide derived from red algae, primarily composed of two main monomers: agarose and agaropectin. Agarose is the linear component that forms the gel structure, while agaropectin is a branched component that contributes to the gel's properties. These monomers enable agar agar to be used as a gelling agent in various applications, including microbiological culture media and food products.