When blood glucose levels are high and glucose is not utilized for cellular respiration, the human body stores it in the liver and muscles as: A) glycogen B) maltose C) starch D) sucrose
Biology · High School · Wed Jan 13 2021
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When blood glucose levels are high and glucose is not utilized for cellular respiration, the human body stores the excess glucose in the liver and muscles as A) glycogen.
Glycogen is a polysaccharide, a complex carbohydrate made up of many glucose molecules linked together in a highly branched structure. It serves as a storage form of glucose in animals, particularly in the liver and muscles, and acts as a readily accessible source of energy when the body needs it. Glycogen can be broken down back into glucose through a process called glycogenolysis to provide energy during times of increased demand, such as during physical activity or when blood sugar levels drop.