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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The liver converts excess glucose into:
Options
A Glycogen
Correct Answer
B Fatty acids
C Amino acids
D Bile
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The liver converts excess glucose into glycogen for storage through glycogenesis. When blood glucose is low, it can convert glycogen back to glucose.

Hint

This storage form of glucose is a branched polymer.

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