Questions: During starvation, the body will break down glycogen and adipose tissue while not degrading protein.

The answer is False.

Explanation:

1. During starvation, the body initially breaks down glycogen stores to maintain blood glucose levels. However, glycogen stores are limited and are typically depleted within 24 hours of fasting.

2. After glycogen stores are exhausted, the body begins to break down adipose tissue to release fatty acids, which can be used as an energy source. This process is known as lipolysis.

3. In prolonged starvation, the body also begins to degrade protein, particularly from muscle tissue, to produce glucose through gluconeogenesis. This is because certain tissues, like the brain and red blood cells, require glucose for energy and cannot use fatty acids directly.

Therefore, the statement that the body will not degrade protein during starvation is false, as protein breakdown does occur to provide necessary glucose for vital functions.