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Carbohydrates and lipids are composed of the same chemical elements, but in different proportions. Both are used as energy sources for cell metabolism. Which type of molecule has the higher calorie content per gram. Explain..

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          Carbohydrates and lipids are composed of the same chemical elements, but in different proportions. Both are used as energy sources for cell metabolism. Which type of molecule has the higher calorie content per gram. Explain..

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Organic Chemistry

Janice Gorzynski Smith 4th Edition

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10/10/2022

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- Carbohydrates are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, typically in a ratio close to 1:2:1, respectively. They are primarily used by the body for energy. - Lipids, which include fats and oils, are also composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, but in a much Show more…

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Carbohydrates and lipids are composed of the same chemical elements, but in different proportions. Both are used as energy sources for cell metabolism. Which type of molecule has the higher calorie content per gram. Explain..