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glycogen contains many branches of glucose molecules and acts as a storage of energy. Glucose molecules are cut off and used for energy. Because glycogen is so widely branched, glucose can be cut off from many of the branches simultaneously instead of one at a time. If it were one at a time as would be expected in a single, straight chain, we wouldn't be able to produce as much energy as quickly.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoHey there!
well glycogen is insoluble in water and is a big molecule. therefore it cannot pass through cell membranes. It also has a compact shape, which helps save space. In addition, it can be easily used by the body to provide energy. ;)
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What structure produces substance that aids in the mechanical breakdown of fats?
the liver
What is a polysaccharide that stores energy in your muscles and liver?
I believe its glycogen found in liver and muscles which is made of glucose to give us energy
What monomers make up glycogen?
Glycogen is made up of glucose monomers. These monomers are combine in alpha-1,4 linkages with alpha 1,6 linkages used to create branches. Glycogen also has a small protein component that is used to initiate the glycogen polymer called glyocgenin.
Is chitin a substance used for energy storage?
No. While it is a polysaccharide, just like many of those used to store chemical energy within living organisms (such as the case with starch and glycogen), chitin is primarily used for structure and for strengthening structure within living organisms.
An example of a polysaccharide that is used for energy storage in humans is?
STARCH in plants. GLYCOGEN in animals.
Biological importance of carbohydrates organic compounds in relation to cellular structure and function in plants and animals?
Carbohydrates are essential for cell function. The regulation of glucose is paramount the cell function. Also, carbs are used for animal starch storage as glycogen, and plant structure as cellulose.
What is the function of liver glycogen degradation?
The function of glycogen degradation is to export glucose to other tissues when blood glucose levels are low.
What is The substance muscles use to function?
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
Does the principle of complementarity of structures and function means that the structure of a part reflects its fuction?
Function reflects structure and structure determines function
The primary function of insulin is?
Stimulates conversion of excess glucose to glycogen
How is the structure of glycogen similar to the structure of starch?
The hydroxyl group (-OH) is attached to carbon 1 below the pentose base.
Differentiate between structure and function?
daffirentiate structure and function
Structure in an animal cell that aids in cell division(normally in pairs?
Structure in an animal cell that aids in cell division(normally in pairs
Is glycogen a lipid carbohydrate protein or nucleic acid?
Carbohydrate! gly = sugar
How Is function and structure related?
structure allows function. for example, you can walk because you have a skeleton; the structure of your skeleton allows the function of walking.
What function does glycogen have in living things?
Glycogen is a stored sugar that is made available as the first energy source while exercising. It lasts for about 20 minutes. Then the body uses other sources of metabolism for energy. Glycogen is stored in the liver.
