Glycogen
Definitions
A polysaccharide that is the main form of carbohydrate storage in animals; converted to glucose as needed.
Equivalents
Examples
“Specifically the liver converts glucose into glycogen — a more compact chemical. It is a little bit like⟳ shrink-wrapping food so you can pack⟳ more of it into your freezer.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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