In which of the following form is the food stored in animal body?
A
Glucose
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B
Glycogen
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C
Cellulose
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D
ATP
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Solution
The correct option is B Glycogen Glucose is the primary source of energy. It is the fuel most often burnt in cellular respiration. Excess glucose is stored as glycogen in animals and starch in plants. Humans store glycogen in two locations; liver and muscles.