Fig. 1. (a) Atomistic representation of a-D(1?6)-linked dextran chain. (b) M3B coarse-grain representation of dextran chain with a side branch encircled and linked to the
main chain via a (1?4) bond. (c) M3B coarse-grain representation of amylose chain with a side branch encircled and linked to the main chain via a (1?6) bond.