Carbohydrate Metabolism Quiz

What is the main source of energy for glycolysis?

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Fats

• Carbohydrates

Which enzyme is responsible for the breakdown of glycogen in the liver?

• Phosphofructokinase

• Hexokinase

• Glycogen Phosphorylase

• Glycogen Synthase

What is the primary function of glucagon in the body?

• Stimulate glycogen synthesis

• Increase blood glucose levels

• Promote glycogen storage

• Inhibit gluconeogenesis

Which hormone activates glycogen phosphorylase and inactivates glycogen synthase?

• Thyroid hormone

• Insulin

• Epinephrine

• Glucagon

What is the end product of glycolysis?

• Lactate

• Glucose

• Fructose

• Pyruvate

Which enzyme is responsible for the phosphorylation of glucose in the first step of glycolysis?

• Glycogen Synthase

• Pyruvate Kinase

• Phosphofructokinase

• Hexokinase

What is the main function of the pentose phosphate pathway?

• Produce ribose-5-phosphate

• Generate pentose phosphates and NADPH

• Produce NADH

• Generate ATP

Which hormone is responsible for mobilizing energy during the stress response?

• Thyroid hormone

• Insulin

• Glucagon

• Epinephrine

What is the primary function of glycogen in the body?

• Cell signaling

• Energy storage

• DNA synthesis

• Structural support

Which enzyme is responsible for the synthesis of glycogen?

• Phosphofructokinase

• Hexokinase

• Glycogen Synthase

• Glycogen Phosphorylase