The Most Important Metabolic Fuel Molecule in the Body Is

question 42

Multiple Choice

The most important metabolic fuel molecule in the body is

• A) sucrose.
• B) starch.
• C) protein.
• D) vitamin B₁₂.
• E) glucose.

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