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Which compound produces more than twice the amount of energy as compared to carbohydrates?

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Protein

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Fats

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Vitamins

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Glucose

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Solution

The correct option is B Fats
Carbohydrates are the primary fuel used in cellular metabolism. Excess carbohydrates are stored as glycogen and fats. The fats are a very concentrated source of energy. One gram of fat provides 8.8 kcal of energy as against 4.2 kcal provided by one gram of carbohydrate.

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