Is glucans soluble or insoluble

Answer 1

Both.

Research has shown that insoluble (1,3/1,6) β-glucan, has greater Biological_activitythan that of its soluble (1,3/1,4) β-glucan counterparts. The differences between β-glucan linkages and chemical structure are significant in regards to solubility, mode of action, and overall biological activity

Answer 2

Glucans can be either soluble or insoluble depending on their structure and degree of branching. Some glucans, such as beta-glucans found in oats and barley, are soluble in water. However, other glucans, such as alpha-glucans found in starch, are insoluble in water.