AP BIOLOGY

LABORATORY REVIEW

MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is likely to occur if an individual consumes an abundance of carbohydrates but remains very inactive?
A
Blood glucose and energy levels are both decreased.
B
Less energy is produced, causing fatigue.
C
Blood glucose levels increase, and appetite decreases.
D
Extra glucose is stored as body fat, causing weight gain.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Which is likely to occur if an individual consumes an abundance of carbohydrates but remains very inactive? Less energy is produced, causing fatigue.

Detailed explanation-2: -Obesity is the retention of excess of fat in the body. If excess carbohydrates are consumed, then they are converted into fat and stored in the body. Excess consumption of fats also leads to fat accumulation in the body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Dietary carbohydrates provide glucose that body cells can use for energy. Excess glucose beyond what the body needs for immediate energy is converted into glycogen, a storage form of carbohydrate, or converted into fat and stored in body fat cells.

Detailed explanation-4: -Consuming too much of any of the macronutrients, which include fat, protein and carbohydrates, can cause you to consume too many calories and gain weight. If you gain excessive amounts of weight it can increase your risk for health conditions including heart disease.

Detailed explanation-5: -Fats and health Eating too much fat can therefore lead to weight gain. Being overweight raises your risk of serious health problems such as: heart disease. type 2 diabetes.

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