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What is the primary source of glucose in plants?
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?
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?
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?
Where does most of the dietary carbohydrate get absorbed into the bloodstream?
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Where is excess glucose stored in the body?
Where is excess glucose stored in the body?
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