All of the following are reasons why glucose is the primary energy source for cells except

A) glucose is a small, soluble molecule.
B) glycogen breakdown occurs very slowly.
C) glucose can be stored efficiently.
D) glycogen breakdown involves only a single enzymatic step.
E) glycolysis does not require oxygen to generate ATP.


Answer: B

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