The tissue with the highest glycogen content (mg/100gm)_____________?

Correct answer: D. Liver

  • A. Testes
  • B. Muscle
  • C. Kidneys
  • D. Liver

Explanation

The liver has the greatest glycogen concentration per 100 g tissue, commonly about 5 to 10%, whereas skeletal muscle contains a lower percentage. Muscle stores more glycogen in total because its total mass is much greater.

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