Question

Which is used as instant source of energy by players?

• A. Foot
• B. Starch
• C. Glucose
• D. Citric acid

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Glucose

Explanation for the correct option:

(C) Glucose

• Glucose is essential as the most immediate and efficient fuel to the muscles.
• Its circulating form in the blood and its storage form in muscles and in the liver it is called glycogen.
• When the player first begins to exercise, the body draws on the circulating glucose as its first source of energy.
• Glycogen, as the storage carbohydrate, comes in when circulating glucose drops to a lower level.
• Without enough carbohydrates, the performance of the player will be seriously impacted.

Explanation for the incorrect options:

(A) Foot

• The foot is a body part, it is not related to energy.

(B) Starch

• Starch is used in paper manufacturing to increase the strength of paper and is also used in the surface sizing of paper.
• Starch is used in a wide range of foods for a variety of purposes including thickening, gelling, adding stability, and replacing or extending more costly ingredients.

(D) Citric acid

• Citric acid is a compound originally derived from lemon juice.
• Citric acid is predominantly used as a flavoring and preserving agent, especially in soft drinks and candies.
• It is also used to stabilize or preserve medicines and as a disinfectant.

Hence, option (C) is correct. Glucose is used as an instant source of energy for players.