Understanding the Multiple Functions of Carbohydrates

Main sources of body glucose

Structural components in RNA and DNA

Building blocks for proteins (correct)

Source of energy

Glycogen stored in the liver

Breaking down carbohydrates from glycogen

Fats stored in adipose tissue (correct)

Breaking down carbohydrates in the diet

Glycogen is broken down to release excess glucose

Insulin stimulates excess glucose production

Excess glucose is converted to glycogen and fat (correct)

Excess glucose is stored in muscle tissue

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