NEET BIOLOGY

HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY

BREATHING AND RESPIRATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the name of the body’s fuel?
A
Protein
B
Oxygen
C
Glucose
D
Carbon dioxide
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Glucose is the main source of fuel for our cells. When the body doesn’t need to use the glucose for energy, it stores it in the liver and muscles. This stored form of glucose is made up of many connected glucose molecules and is called glycogen.

Detailed explanation-2: -glucose, also called dextrose, one of a group of carbohydrates known as simple sugars (monosaccharides). Glucose (from Greek glykys; “sweet”) has the molecular formula C6H12O6. It is found in fruits and honey and is the major free sugar circulating in the blood of higher animals.

Detailed explanation-3: -Your body needs three major nutrients for energy. These are carbohydrate, protein, and fat. Carbohydrate provides energy for your brain, muscles, heart, and lungs. It is found in bread, cereal, rice, pasta, fruits, vegetables, milk, yogurt, and sugar.

Detailed explanation-4: -Carbohydrate, protein, and fat each play distinct roles in fueling exercise. Provides a highly efficient source of fuel-Because the body requires less oxygen to burn carbohydrate as compared to protein or fat, carbohydrate is considered the body’s most efficient fuel source.

Detailed explanation-5: -Blood sugar, or glucose, is the main sugar found in your blood. It comes from the food you eat, and is your body’s main source of energy. Your blood carries glucose to all of your body’s cells to use for energy.

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