Why is it important that glucose be converted to glucose-6-phosphate once glucose enters a cell?

A. It can now cross the plasma membrane.
B. The cells can easily excrete this molecule.
C. Glucose can't diffuse out of the cell if it is in this form.
D. This form is easier for cells to metabolize.
E. It becomes a long-term storage molecule for glucose.


Answer: C

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