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Excess carbohydrates are stored in humans as a. starch deposits under the skin b. starch in the liver c. glycogen in the muscles and liver d. sugar deposits in muscles and the liver

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c. glycogen in the muscles and liver

Step-by-step explanation:

Carbohydrates (glucose) is the product of our digestion which enters into the bloodstream for transport into the cells to be used to provide energy. However, in a case whereby the glucose levels is excess in the body, the liver converts the excess glucose into complex chains of glucose molecules called GLYCOGEN.

This glycogen is stored in the liver cells and muscles and is reconverted back to glucose when glucose is in short supply. It is used when there is no more available glucose to metabolize and helps fulfil the energy requirements of the body.

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