Glycogen is primarily formed in the liver during the c absorptive state. This is the phase after a meal when the body is digesting and absorbing nutrients from food. When you consume carbohydrates, your blood glucose levels increase, leading to elevated insulin secretion. Insulin facilitates the conversion of glucose into glycogen—a process known as glycogenesis—which is stored in the liver and muscles.
During the absorptive state, the body focuses on storing excess energy for future use, which is crucial for maintaining blood sugar levels and providing energy during fasting periods. In contrast, during the postabsorptive state, fasting period, or when the metabolic rate is low, the body is more likely to break down glycogen to glucose to supply energy, rather than form it. Therefore, the correct answer is the absorptive state.