Glycogen Metabolism Quiz
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In which organ is the synthesis and breakdown of glycogen regulated to maintain blood glucose levels?

  • Kidney
  • Pancreas
  • Small intestine
  • Liver (correct)

    • What is the function of branch points in glycogen?

  • Facilitates long-term storage of glycogen
  • Increases the rigidity of the glycogen structure
  • Prevents glucose residues from being added or removed
  • Allows glucose residues to be easily added or removed (correct)

    • What type of bonds link the glucose residues in glycogen chains?

  • β (1-4) glycosidic bonds
  • α (1-4) glycosidic bonds (correct)
  • α (1-6) glycosidic bonds
  • β (1-6) glycosidic bonds

    • In which organ is the synthesis and breakdown of glycogen regulated to meet the energy requirements of the muscle cell?

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