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The major respiratory substrate is

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Lipids

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Fats

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C

Organic acids

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Carbohydrates

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Solution

The correct option is D
Carbohydrates

Usually carbohydrates are oxidised to release energy, but proteins, fats and even organic acids can also be used as respiratory substrates.

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