In the liver, the polysaccharide glycogen is broken down into glucose monomers. The glucose molecules are then released into the blood when blood sugar levels need to be raised. This process is an example of a(n) reaction.

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The breakdown of glycogen into glucose is an exergonic reaction because it releases energy as glucose molecules are freed from the glycogen polymer.

In the Liver, the Polysaccharide Glycogen Is Broken Down into Glucose