What is the Primary Goal of Glucose Catabolism

Question

What is the primary goal of glucose catabolism?
A) The creation of glycogen, which can be stored for later use
B) The creation of lipids, which can be stored for later use
C) The generation of ATP
D) To build tissues

Accepted Answer

The primary goal of glucose catabolism is the generation of ATP, which cells use as their primary energy source. Option A is incorrect because glycogen synthesis is the process of storing glucose for later use, while glucose catabolism refers to the breakdown of glucose for energy. Option B is incorrect because lipids are synthesized from excess nutrients, not during glucose catabolism. Option D is incorrect because building tissues requires the use of ATP, not the other way around.