Glycogenesis Pathway EXPLAINED

The video explains the process of glycogen synthesis, starting with the formation of UDP glucose from glucose 6 phosphate. It highlights the role of glycogenin as a primer for glycogen polymerization and the function of glycogen synthase in adding glucose units. The video also covers the branching of glycogen, facilitated by the glycogen branching enzyme, and discusses the structure of glycogen and its importance in energy release during glycogenolysis.

What distinguishes glycogen from starch in terms of structure?

Discuss the significance of branches in glycogen structure.

What is the role of the glycogen branching enzyme?