Why are carbohydrates the body's preferred source of energy? Because they ... * A. are expensive to buy B. can be used as efficient fuel C. are long term storage of energy D. they are plentiful in the diet

Why are carbohydrates the body's preferred source of energy? Because they ... * A. are expensive to buy B. can be used as efficient fuel C. are long term storage of energy D. they are plentiful in the diet

Biochemistry

9th Edition

ISBN:9781319114671

Author:Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.

Publisher:Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.

Chapter1: Biochemistry: An Evolving Science

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1P

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