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Polysaccharides - Glycogen and Glucose Regulation

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What type of bonds are present in glycogen?

β-1,4-glycosidic bonds and β-1,6-glycosidic bonds

β-1,4-glycosidic bonds and α-1,4-glycosidic bonds

α-1,6-glycosidic bonds and β-1,6-glycosidic bonds

α-1,4-glycosidic bonds and α-1,6-glycosidic bonds (correct)

Where is glycogen primarily found in the human body?

In the skin cells

In the bone cells

In the liver and muscle cells (correct)

In the brain cells

Which hormone is released when blood-glucose levels are too high?

Cortisol

Insulin (correct)

Adrenaline

Glucagon

What is hyperglycemia?

High blood-glucose concentration Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of energy in the body?

Glucose Signup and view all the answers

Which condition may result from the body not converting glucose to glycogen adequately?

Type 1 Diabetes Signup and view all the answers

Which type of glycosidic bond is found in cellulose?

β-1,4 Signup and view all the answers

Where is cellulose typically found in organisms?

In cell walls of plants Signup and view all the answers

Which polysaccharide is responsible for short-term energy storage in humans?

Glycogen Signup and view all the answers

What type of glycosidic bonds are found in chitin?

β-1,4 Signup and view all the answers

Which polysaccharide is found in exoskeletons of sea life and insects?

Chitin Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the initial drastic weight loss seen in 'Low Carb' diets like the Atkins Diet or Ketogenic Diet?

Depletion of glycogen stores in the liver and muscles Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of oligosaccharides?

They are made from 2-10 monosaccharides bonded together Signup and view all the answers

Which type of molecule is amylose?

A long chain of α-glucose monosaccharides Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure of amylopectin in starch?

A long and branched chain of α-glucose molecules Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of oligosaccharides in cell membranes?

Act as receptors or chemical markers to help cells communicate Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes glycogen?

A polymer made up of branching α-glucose monomers Signup and view all the answers

What types of glycosidic bonds exist within glycogen?

α-1,4 and α-1,6 bonds Signup and view all the answers