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In what order muscle protein, fat and glycogen are used during prolonged fast as they are reservoirs of energy.

Introduction:

Energy metabolism is defined as the process of generation of energy in the form ATP obtained from breakdown of nutrients. It involves series of interconnected pathways that occurs either in presence or absence of oxygen. The process of metabolism which occurs in the presence of oxygen is called aerobic respiration while in the absence of oxygen is called anaerobic respiration.

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The molecules that serve as a source of energy and building blocks for growth and development in living organisms are proteins, carbohydrates and fats. It releases energy in biologically useful form of ATP (Adenosine triphosphate) by breakdown of chemical bond present in it.

So during long term fasting, glycogen breaks down into glucose by the process of glycogenolysis to release energy. Breakdown of glycogen is carried out by enzyme glycogen phosphorylase. During long term fasting such as for 812 hours, glycogen which is stored in liver breaks down into glucose and serves as fuel for body. After that fats and protein molecule breaks down to release energy.

Conclusion

Glycogen which is stored in liver is breakdown into glucose to release energy and maintains the proper functioning of body during long-term starvation.

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