Glycogen Can Be Easily and Rapidly Converted to Glucose Because

question 131

Multiple Choice

Glycogen can be easily and rapidly converted to glucose because ________.

• A)glycogen is a highly branched polymer
• B)glucose is more soluble than glycogen
• C)lactase easily reacts with glycogen
• D)lactase easily reacts with glucose
• E)glycogen is very coiled and its springy shape provides extra energy

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Thoracic Cavity

A cavity in the body housing the lungs, heart, and other components of the respiratory and circulatory systems; located within the chest.

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Negative Feedback

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