Why can't a starch molecule enter a cell right after a person eats a meal with starchy foods in it?

Gingo asked Mar 22, 2022

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Gingo asked Mar 22, 2022

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Answer:

It would need to be broken down first due to its size, it wouldn't fit

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A starch molecule is too big and it must be broken down before going through to the digestive system

Bowen Peng answered Mar 25, 2022

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