Which compound produces more than twice the amount of energy as compared to carbohydrates?
A
Protein
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B
Fats
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C
Vitamins
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D
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.