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How does energy stored in fats compare to energy in carbohydrates?
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Both carbohydrate and proteins contain a carbon backbone. They are both created through dehydration synthesis and destroyed through hydrolysis. Carbohydrates provide energy while proteins contribute to movement and recognizing antigens in the body.
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Is fiber stored for when you have no carbohydrates to burn?
No, fats are used as energy once your body has no carbohydrates left to burn.
Where do organisms use and store energy?
fats, carbohydrates. energy is stored in mitochondria within a cell.
Why is carbohydrate called protein sparer?
When your body needs energy, it will first use carbohydrates stored in your body, sparing the protein and fats in your body. When the stored carbohydrates are depleted, the body will start using protein and fats.
In what bonds is the chemical energy stored in fats and in carbohydrates?
In fats, its mainly stored in carbon-carbon bonds. In carbs, its mainly stored in both carbon-carbon bonds and carbon-oxygen bonds.
What are the two types of molecules that organisms use for chemical energy?
Chemical energy is stored in carbohydrates (starches) and lipids (fats).
What are the two types of molecules organisms use chemical for chemical energy?
Chemical energy is stored in carbohydrates (starches) and lipids (fats).
Are fats can be used for energy?
YES ! Because when carbohydrates are all used , the fat gives out the energy stored under the skin :D
What 3 nutrients supply the body with energy?
Protein, fat, and carbohydrates provide energy for the body. Carbohydrates provide bodily energy the quickest. Fats/Lipids are stored as body fat for later/emergency usage. Proteins usually are used to create bones, tissue, and muscle - they don't really provide energy.
Water-soluble or fat-soluble nutrient that helps the body use energy stored in carbohydrates fats and proteins?
lipids
What do animals eat to obtain their energy - rich compounds?
Animals generally eat carbohydrates to give then energy. The fats that are stored in the bodies can also be used to give them energy.
When consumed in excess which energy yielding nutrients can lead to storage of fat?
Calorie containing nutrients--fats, carbohydrates, and protein, are stored as fat if not used as energy by the body.
What are carbohydrates and fats the principle providers of?
Carbohydrates and fat gives you energy.
