Anatomy and Physiology II Practice Test

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What term describes the process of glucose synthesis into glycogen?

Glycogenesis
Glycolysis
Gluconeogenesis
Glycogenolysis

The correct answer is: Glycogenesis

The process of synthesizing glucose into glycogen is known as glycogenesis. This term specifically refers to the biochemical pathway through which glucose molecules are converted into glycogen, which serves as a form of energy storage in the liver and muscles. During this process, glucose is phosphorylated and then polymerized to form glycogen, allowing the body to store excess glucose for later use when energy is needed but glucose levels are low. In contrast, glycolysis is the process of breaking down glucose into pyruvate for energy, gluconeogenesis is the formation of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources, and glycogenolysis is the breakdown of glycogen back into glucose. Understanding these terms and their functions is essential in comprehending carbohydrate metabolism and energy regulation in the body.