Lipid molecules can store a double amount of energy as compared to the same amount of carbohydrates because of the high number of?
Correct answer: B. C-H
- A. C-C
- B. C-H
- C. C-N
- D. C-O
Explanation
C-H bond has a high bond energy so it breaks to give a lot of energy; thus, lipids due to thor long fatty acid chains have higher energy content.
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Lipids include fats, oils, waxes, phospholipids and steroids, which are largely insoluble in water and soluble in organic solvents. Coverage includes glycerol and fatty acids, ester bond formation, saturated and unsaturated fats, triglyceride functions, and phospholipids in cell membranes.
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