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What molecules can produce more energy per gram than sugars and are used for storing energy in animals?

Acarbohydrates
Bproteins
Clipids
Dhydrocarbons

Verified Answer :

the answer is lipids

dameny

The answer is C: Lipids. Because:

1 gram of carbohydrates provides 17 kJ of energy per gram.

1 gram of protein provides 17 kJ of energy per gram.

1 gram of fat provides 37 kJ of energy per gram.

Hydrocarbon is a fuel so it is not stored in animals.