Carbohydrates in Living Organisms
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What is the primary source of glucose in plants?

  • Amino acids
  • Stored starch
  • Carbon dioxide and water through photosynthesis (correct)
  • Oxygen and water

    • What is the ratio of hydrogen to oxygen in carbohydrates?

  • 2:1 (correct)
  • 1:1
  • 1:2
  • 3:2

    • What is the primary metabolic role of glucose in the body?

  • Building blocks for proteins
  • Storage as glycogen in muscles
  • Main metabolic fuel and energy source (correct)
  • Fuel for fat synthesis

    • Where does most of the dietary carbohydrate get absorbed into the bloodstream?

    <p>As glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is excess glucose stored in the body?

    <p>As glycogen in the liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

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