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What form must all carbohydrates be in for cells to use them as an energy source?
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Fructose
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Glucose
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Glycogen
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Insulin
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Glucose is the correct answer because it is the form in which carbohydrates need to be in for cells to use them as an energy source. Glucose is a simple sugar that can be easily broken down and metabolized by cells through a process called cellular respiration. Once glucose is absorbed into the bloodstream, it can be transported to cells and used as a primary source of energy. Other forms of carbohydrates, such as fructose and glycogen, need to be converted into glucose before they can be utilized by cells for energy. Insulin is a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels, but it is not a form of carbohydrate.
