What Does the Term Gluconeogenesis Refer To

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Multiple Choice

What does the term gluconeogenesis refer to?

• A)breakdown of glycogen to produce glucose
• B)conversion of excess glucose into glycogen for storage
• C)formation of glucose from protein and fat
• D)breakdown of glucose into carbon dioxide and water

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