When the digestion and absorption of organic carbohydrates results in more energy-rich molecules than are immediately required by an animal, the excess is ________.

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Excess glucose from carbohydrates is stored in the form of glycogen in the liver and muscles for later use as an energy source. This is a rapid and efficient way for animals to store excess energy for times when food may be scarce.

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