Identify the set of nutrients that can derive energy
A
Carbohydrates, Enzymes, Proteins, Lipids
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B
Vitamins, Fats, Hormones
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C
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats
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D
Minerals, water, vitamins
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Solution
The correct option is C
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats
All living organisms derive energy from food. Food contains a number of nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins and fats and these macromolecules which are oxidisable to yield energy are synthesised by plants (autotrophs) and consumed by animals (heterotrophs) .