What one of the following statements about glycogen is correct

Options

A. It is a disaccharide stored in liver which can react with ammonia to form proteins
B. It is synthesized in the liver and takes part in the formation of bile and lipase, besides being a source of energy
C. It is a polysaccharide which is synthesized and stored in liver cells
D. It is synthesized in blood and stored in liver and muscles to provide glucose in times of need

Answer

C

Explanation

Glycogen is a polysaccharide of n – glucose units of − ` beta` linkage which is synthesized and stored in liver cells.