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GLycogen is basically just long strings of glucose molecules hooked together. They are found in muscles and the liver, and provide an energy source when glucose is not readily available in the bloodstream.

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The only polysaccharide in the human body is?

Glycogen


What is the function of glycogen in organisms?

it is a form of carbohydrates which is stored in the liver.it releases energy when the body needs it


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Where in the human body is the most sugar turned into glycogen?

liver


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Why does out body save glycogen instead of fat?

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How do the human body is glucose stored?

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